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Maine renter guide

Maine Security Deposit Itemization Requirements

When Maine law permits retention of some or all of the deposit, the landlord must provide a written statement itemizing the reasons and return the difference between the deposit and the amount retained.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20261 official source cited
Withholding statementWritten + itemized

Required within the applicable return period.

Refund balanceSent with statement

The statement must be accompanied by the balance due.

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  • Unpaid rent.
  • Tenant-paid utility charges owed directly to landlord.
  • Damage beyond normal wear.
  • Unclaimed-property storage/disposal where applicable.
  • Other claimed amounts and their documentary support.
Maine deadline depends on tenancy type. Read the written agreement before applying a date; tenancy-at-will rules use a separate 21-day framework. Educational information only.

Official source

Maine Legislature14 M.R.S. Chapter 710-A — Security Deposits on Residential Rental Units ↗

Official Maine security-deposit chapter covering the two-month cap, normal wear, 21/30-day return rules, itemization, wrongful-retention damages and deposit handling.

Related Maine guides

Security Deposit →2-Month Limit →Return Deadlines →Normal Wear →