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Maywood · Security deposit

Can they raise my deposit in Maywood?

It can't go up after you move in.

Your landlord can't raise your deposit once your lease has started.

Why, and the exact law

Depends on the year the building was built.

From Maywood Mun. Code § 8-21.11, read Oct 4, 2026.
Show the law

“Security deposits cannot be increased after the initiation of the tenancy (§8-21.11)”

Maywood Mun. Code § 8-21.11 · cityofmaywood.com

Moved out? Count the days

In California the landlord has 21 days to return it.

Who can help

  1. Get free legal helpThey can help you ask for it, or go to small claims court.LawHelpCA
  2. Find a lawyerReferral service of the State Bar.State Bar of California
Every rule here, word for word (2)

State law applies here too. Where both cover a rental, the stricter city rule usually wins; each rule below says so.

Maywood lawDepends on the building

Maywood Rent Stabilization Ordinance security deposit limit

Can they raise my deposit?

It can't go up after you move in.

Your landlord can't raise your deposit once your lease has started.

Depends on the year the building was built.

Who it covers

  • Buildings with a first certificate of occupancy on or before Feb 1, 1995.
In force since
Sep 22, 2023
Enacted
Aug 23, 2023
The law, word for word

“Security deposits cannot be increased after the initiation of the tenancy (§8-21.11)”

Maywood Mun. Code § 8-21.11 · cityofmaywood.com · Retrieved Oct 4, 2026

California lawIn force

California security deposit cap and handling (AB 12)

How big can the deposit be?

Max 1 month's rent.

An individual owner (2 rentals, 4 units at most) may ask for 2 months, but not from a service member.

Who it covers

  • Covers: Security for rental agreements of residential property used as the tenant's dwelling.
In force since
Jul 1, 2024
Current version since
Jan 1, 2026
The law, word for word

“a landlord shall not demand or receive security, however denominated, in an amount or value in excess of an amount equal to one month’s rent, in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy …”

Cal. Civ. Code § 1950.5 · leginfo.legislature.ca.gov · Retrieved Oct 1, 2026

Quote checked word for word

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