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Hi all, I just moved out of my Brooklyn apartment and returned overseas after my U.S. work contract ended. The landlord says they’re keeping my entire $1,650 security deposit because the place “wasn’t broom clean” and “took hours to clean.”

Oven and fridge needed some standard cleaning Walls had normal scuffs and chips. Some holes The floor needed a broom

No itemized list or receipts provided — just “we’re not returning your deposit” because it took us hours to clean. They gave me a pdf of the screenshots and most of it was chipped walls, a dirty fridge, and papers on the floor. How this amounts to $1,650 is beyond me.

From what I’ve read, NY law (GOL §7-108) requires: • Only reasonable, documented deductions beyond normal wear and tear • An itemized statement within 14 days — otherwise landlord forfeits right to keep deposit

Questions: 1. Is this legal in NYC? How can I fight this? The Corporation is adamant they will keep the security deposit. And is denying any itemized receipts. 2. Can I fight this from abroad (small claims or AG complaint)?