Rhode Island security deposit form
Download a one-page worksheet. For a full refund, enter the landlord, tenant, rental address, date, deposit and refund. Add interest, prior refunds or deductions only if needed. The PDF keeps your entries when saved in a compatible PDF reader.
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Security deposit rules in Rhode Island
When the period starts. Latest of termination, possession and forwarding address.
Return and accounting. 20 days to deliver written itemization and balance.
Use the latest of termination, return of possession and receipt of the forwarding address.
Itemize authorized rent, reasonable cleaning or trash costs, and tenant-caused damage beyond ordinary wear. Return the balance with the statement.
Legal references. R.I. Gen. Laws §34-18-19(a)–(g)
Research reviewed October 30, 2026. Local ordinances and special tenancies may change the applicable procedure.Fill out the PDF
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