This form is used by a tenant to inform the landlord of a problem with the lease premises, specifically failure of the heating system. With this form, the tenant notifies the landlord that he/she/it has breached the statutory duty to maintain the property in tenantable condition and demands that immediate repairs be made.
[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 Broken, Unsafe, or Inadequate Heater and Demand for Immediate Remedy Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring to your attention a pressing issue regarding the heater in my rented property located at [Your Rental Address] in Glendale, Arizona. First and foremost, I would like to express my appreciation for your prompt attention to maintenance concerns in the past. However, I regret to inform you that the condition of the heater in my rented premises is severely compromised, rendering it broken, unsafe, and inadequate for maintaining a habitable living environment during the approaching winter season. Since the onset of colder weather, I have noticed several alarming signs of heater malfunction. These include but are not limited to: 1. The heater fails to emit any heat, even when the thermostat is adjusted appropriately and the unit is powered on. 2. Strange noises, such as rattling or squealing, are continuously emanating from the heater. 3. Foul odors, reminiscent of burning or electrical malfunctions, are apparent whenever the heater is in operation. 4. The heater intermittently powers off on its own, leaving me without any source of heat for extended periods in the midst of frigid temperatures. I understand the critical importance of maintaining a safe and comfortable living environment as outlined in the legal responsibilities of both landlords and tenants. It is my sincere belief that the current state of the heater constitutes a breach of the implied warranty of habitability, which guarantees me livable conditions throughout my tenancy. In light of this urgent matter, I kindly request that you take immediate action to rectify the heater's dysfunction. To address this issue promptly, I request the following actions be taken: 1. Dispatch a licensed and qualified technician to thoroughly inspect and assess the extent of the heater's defect. 2. Arrange for authorized repair or replacement of the heater, based on the technician's evaluation. 3. Ensure that all necessary repairs or replacements are performed in compliance with applicable building codes and industry standards. 4. Provide me with a written timeline outlining the proposed schedule for remedial actions. Please consider this letter as a formal notice of my demand for you to remedy the broken, unsafe, and inadequate heater within a reasonable timeframe of [number of days]. Failure to address this matter promptly would leave me no choice but to explore other legal remedies available to me as a tenant under Arizona state laws. I kindly request your acknowledgment of receipt of this letter within [number of days] and a written response concerning the actions to be taken to resolve this issue promptly. Thank you for your immediate attention to this pressing matter. I trust that you will take swift action to ensure my safety and comfort within the rental property. 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 Broken, Unsafe, or Inadequate Heater and Demand for Immediate Remedy Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring to your attention a pressing issue regarding the heater in my rented property located at [Your Rental Address] in Glendale, Arizona. First and foremost, I would like to express my appreciation for your prompt attention to maintenance concerns in the past. However, I regret to inform you that the condition of the heater in my rented premises is severely compromised, rendering it broken, unsafe, and inadequate for maintaining a habitable living environment during the approaching winter season. Since the onset of colder weather, I have noticed several alarming signs of heater malfunction. These include but are not limited to: 1. The heater fails to emit any heat, even when the thermostat is adjusted appropriately and the unit is powered on. 2. Strange noises, such as rattling or squealing, are continuously emanating from the heater. 3. Foul odors, reminiscent of burning or electrical malfunctions, are apparent whenever the heater is in operation. 4. The heater intermittently powers off on its own, leaving me without any source of heat for extended periods in the midst of frigid temperatures. I understand the critical importance of maintaining a safe and comfortable living environment as outlined in the legal responsibilities of both landlords and tenants. It is my sincere belief that the current state of the heater constitutes a breach of the implied warranty of habitability, which guarantees me livable conditions throughout my tenancy. In light of this urgent matter, I kindly request that you take immediate action to rectify the heater's dysfunction. To address this issue promptly, I request the following actions be taken: 1. Dispatch a licensed and qualified technician to thoroughly inspect and assess the extent of the heater's defect. 2. Arrange for authorized repair or replacement of the heater, based on the technician's evaluation. 3. Ensure that all necessary repairs or replacements are performed in compliance with applicable building codes and industry standards. 4. Provide me with a written timeline outlining the proposed schedule for remedial actions. Please consider this letter as a formal notice of my demand for you to remedy the broken, unsafe, and inadequate heater within a reasonable timeframe of [number of days]. Failure to address this matter promptly would leave me no choice but to explore other legal remedies available to me as a tenant under Arizona state laws. I kindly request your acknowledgment of receipt of this letter within [number of days] and a written response concerning the actions to be taken to resolve this issue promptly. Thank you for your immediate attention to this pressing matter. I trust that you will take swift action to ensure my safety and comfort within the rental property. 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.