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If a tenant doesn't repair damage that they caused, the landlord can apply for dispute resolution asking that the tenant pay money for the damage. The landlord should submit evidence along with their application to support their claim for compensation. Landlord's Application for Dispute Resolution (PDF)
If the cost to repair damage to the property exceeds the amount of the security deposit, a landlord may file a civil or small claims case against the tenant for the balance of the repair costs. The small claims limit in Massachusetts is $7,000. A landlord may not sue the tenant for damage to the property in a summary process (eviction) case. Even if the landlord forfeits the right to hold the security deposit, he or she may file a civil or small claims case against the tenant for damage to the property.