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Indiana Security Deposit Damage Itemization

When an Indiana landlord deducts for damage, the tenant should receive a written itemization rather than an unexplained net number. Official state materials describe itemized charges and estimated repair cost for each damaged item.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20262 official sources cited
NoticeWritten + itemized

Deductions are identified line by line.

Damage costEstimated repair cost

The statutory framework calls for estimated repair costs for damaged items.

Audit each line

  • What item is claimed damaged?
  • What was its move-in condition?
  • Is the condition beyond normal wear?
  • What is the estimated or actual repair cost?
  • Was the deposit balance returned at the same time?
Written forwarding address matters. Indiana’s 45-day framework should be checked together with termination, delivery of possession and the written mailing address. Educational information only.

Official sources

Indiana General AssemblyIndiana Code Title 32, Article 31, Chapter 3 — Security Deposits ↗

Current official Indiana Code. Article 31, Chapter 3 contains the statewide security-deposit statute, including §§ 32-31-3-12 through 32-31-3-15.

Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority2026 LIHTC Compliance Manual — Rents and Security Deposits ↗

Current official state manual summarizing Indiana Code 32-31-3, including the 45-day itemization/refund rule and written forwarding-address trigger.

Related Indiana guides

Security Deposit →45-Day Rule →Forwarding Address →Normal Wear →