California Tenant Letter to Landlord Notice of Termination for Landlord's Breach of Duties: [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Subject: Notice of Termination for Landlord's Breach of Duties Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to inform you of a critical matter regarding the rental unit I am occupying at [rental property address]. As a tenant, it is my responsibility to bring to your attention the series of breaches in your duties as a landlord, which have had significant adverse effects on my well-being and enjoyment of the rental property. According to the California Civil Code Section 1941 and the terms outlined in our rental agreement, it is your legal obligation as a landlord to ensure a habitable dwelling, perform necessary repairs and maintenance, and provide a safe and secure living environment for tenants. Unfortunately, over the course of my tenancy, you have repeatedly failed to fulfill these obligations, thereby violating the terms of our agreement. Please find below a list of specific instances where you have breached your duties as my landlord: 1. Failure to address recurring maintenance concerns — Despite multiple requests made in writing and verbally, critical repairs such as [specific issues] have been neglected, leading to further damage and posing health and safety hazards. 2. Inadequate pest control management — The repeated infestation of [pest type] in the rental unit has caused significant distress, inconvenience, and discomfort. Your lack of response and failure to hire professional pest control services has exacerbated the issue. 3. Ongoing plumbing issues — The unresolved plumbing problems, including [specific issues], have led to persistent water leakage, mold growth, and water damage within the property. These conditions not only compromise the habitability of the dwelling but also pose health risks. 4. Neglecting essential electrical repairs — The evident electrical hazards such as [specific issues] have not been addressed, jeopardizing the safety of myself and other occupants in the building. 5. Violation of privacy rights — On multiple occasions, you or your representatives have entered the premises without proper notice, an intrusion that infringes upon my right to privacy as a tenant. Considering the aforementioned breaches in your duties, I regret to inform you that I have no choice but to terminate our rental agreement effective [termination date], providing you with the required 30-day notice as per Section 1946 of the California Civil Code. This notice serves as a formal request for you to rectify the mentioned issues within the specified timeline. Failure to address and resolve these concerns promptly will confirm your unwillingness to comply with your obligations as a landlord. I expect that you will take this matter seriously and take immediate actions to address the aforementioned problems. Kindly confirm your receipt of this notice and your plans for resolving these issues by [confirmation date]. If I do not hear from you or if the problems remain unsolved within the provided timeframe, it will be considered a material breach of our rental agreement, and I will be left with no choice but to pursue further legal actions to protect my rights as a tenant. I anticipate a prompt and efficient resolution of these issues to ensure a habitable and comfortable living environment. Please provide acknowledgment of receipt and a summary of your proposed actions to rectify the mentioned concerns at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name]
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