This form is used by a tenant to notify the landlord that the leased premises are untenantable and uninhabitable. Through this form, the tenant makes a demand for repair of the premises. If repairs are not made by the landlord, the tenant may have the right to terminate the lease or abate rent.
[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 Uninhabitable Premises and Demand for Immediate Repairs Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to notify you, pursuant to the Arizona Landlord-Tenant Act and the terms of our lease agreement, that the premises I am occupying at [Address of the rented property] are uninhabitable due to violations of the law and require immediate repairs. As you may be aware, the law requires landlords to ensure that the rental property is in a habitable condition throughout the duration of the lease term. Unfortunately, the following conditions exist on the premises, rendering it uninhabitable: 1. [Describe the specific violations of the law and the corresponding condition of the premises. Use relevant keywords such as health hazards, safety concerns, violations of building codes, etc.] I have attached supporting photographs/documentation of the aforementioned violations for your reference. These violations directly contravene the Arizona Landlord-Tenant Act and pose a significant risk to my well-being, safety, and health. Moreover, the current state of the rental property breaches the implied warranty of habitability, which guarantees tenant the right to live in a safe and sanitary environment. Therefore, I kindly request that you take immediate action to rectify these violations. I expect you to address the issues listed above within [reasonable timeframe, typically 7 to 14 days] following the receipt of this letter. Should you fail to make the necessary repairs within the specified timeframe, I will have no choice but to exercise my rights under the Arizona Landlord-Tenant Act. In accordance with the law, the options available to me include: 1. Withholding rent until repairs are made. 2. Terminating the lease agreement without penalty and seeking alternative accommodations. 3. Pursuing legal action to recover any damages incurred as a result of the uninhabitable conditions. However, I believe that we can resolve this matter amicably and without resorting to such measures. I kindly request that you treat this issue with the urgency it deserves to ensure the well-being and compliance of the rental property with applicable laws. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter, and kindly provide a written response outlining your plan of action to address the violations and a projected timeline for completing the necessary repairs. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I trust that we can work together to resolve these concerns swiftly and maintain a good landlord-tenant relationship. Sincerely, [Your Name][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 Uninhabitable Premises and Demand for Immediate Repairs Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to notify you, pursuant to the Arizona Landlord-Tenant Act and the terms of our lease agreement, that the premises I am occupying at [Address of the rented property] are uninhabitable due to violations of the law and require immediate repairs. As you may be aware, the law requires landlords to ensure that the rental property is in a habitable condition throughout the duration of the lease term. Unfortunately, the following conditions exist on the premises, rendering it uninhabitable: 1. [Describe the specific violations of the law and the corresponding condition of the premises. Use relevant keywords such as health hazards, safety concerns, violations of building codes, etc.] I have attached supporting photographs/documentation of the aforementioned violations for your reference. These violations directly contravene the Arizona Landlord-Tenant Act and pose a significant risk to my well-being, safety, and health. Moreover, the current state of the rental property breaches the implied warranty of habitability, which guarantees tenant the right to live in a safe and sanitary environment. Therefore, I kindly request that you take immediate action to rectify these violations. I expect you to address the issues listed above within [reasonable timeframe, typically 7 to 14 days] following the receipt of this letter. Should you fail to make the necessary repairs within the specified timeframe, I will have no choice but to exercise my rights under the Arizona Landlord-Tenant Act. In accordance with the law, the options available to me include: 1. Withholding rent until repairs are made. 2. Terminating the lease agreement without penalty and seeking alternative accommodations. 3. Pursuing legal action to recover any damages incurred as a result of the uninhabitable conditions. However, I believe that we can resolve this matter amicably and without resorting to such measures. I kindly request that you treat this issue with the urgency it deserves to ensure the well-being and compliance of the rental property with applicable laws. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter, and kindly provide a written response outlining your plan of action to address the violations and a projected timeline for completing the necessary repairs. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I trust that we can work together to resolve these concerns swiftly and maintain a good landlord-tenant relationship. Sincerely, [Your Name]
Para su conveniencia, debajo del texto en español le brindamos la versión completa de este formulario en inglés. For your convenience, the complete English version of this form is attached below the Spanish version.
