This form covers the subject matter described in the form's title for your State.This is a letter written by the Tenant to the Landlord explaining that the law generally provides that as Landlord he/she may regain possession of the leased premises in accordance with the terms of the lease by Tenant surrendering possession, or by appropriate court action, or based on Tenant's abandonment of the property. This letter is designed to put Landlord on notice that he/she is not permitted to use other illegal means to gain repossession of the premises.
Subject: Urgent Complaint and Demand to Cease Unlawful Self-Help Practices — Tenant to Landlord Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to address a pressing issue regarding your recent actions regarding the property at [Rental Property Address] in Tempe, Arizona. It has come to my attention that you have employed unlawful self-help measures to gain possession of the premises, which is in direct violation of our lease agreement and my legal rights as a tenant. Firstly, I would like to highlight that I have been adhering to all the terms and conditions outlined in the lease agreement. I have promptly paid my rent on time, maintained the property in a satisfactory condition, and have continuously respected the rights and privacy of the neighboring tenants. In return, I expect to be provided with a safe, habitable, and peaceful living environment. However, recent incidents have caused me significant distress and concern. Despite my tenancy being valid and fully paid, it has come to my attention that you have been resorting to various unlawful self-help practices, potentially endangering my well-being and violating my legal rights. Such actions include: 1. [Describe the specific unlawful self-help practice or practices that the landlord has engaged in. For example, changing locks without notice, disrupting utilities, entering the premises without permission, or any other action that infringes on the tenant's rights.] These actions are in violation of both Arizona landlord-tenant laws and the specific provisions within our lease agreement. It is essential to remember that as a tenant, I have the right to enjoy peaceful possession of the premises and to be free from any unnecessary disturbances, harassment, or threats to my safety. Accordingly, I urge you to immediately cease all unlawful self-help practices and respect the legal guidelines and provisions set forth by Arizona's landlord-tenant laws. I expect you to take swift action to rectify the situation and ensure that I can continue to reside within the rental property without fear of further unlawful intrusions. In light of these circumstances, I kindly request the following actions to be taken within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 7 business days]: 1. Halt all unlawful self-help practices immediately. 2. Provide written confirmation that you will comply with Arizona's landlord-tenant laws and respect my rights as a tenant. 3. Reinstate the property to its original condition, ensuring my right to privacy and security is upheld. 4. Compensate any damages incurred as a result of the self-help practices, including any relocation expenses or emotional distress caused. 5. Confirm in writing that no retaliatory actions will be taken against me for addressing this matter. Failure to address this issue and comply with my demands may leave me with no alternative but to seek legal recourse to protect my rights and interests as a tenant. As I believe in resolving matters amicably, I sincerely hope that we can resolve this situation promptly and without the need for further legal involvement. Please treat this communication as a formal complaint and respond in writing within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 7 business days] with your action plan to rectify the situation and avoid any further violations of our lease agreement and Arizona's landlord-tenant laws. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I trust that we can resolve this issue swiftly and restore a cordial landlord-tenant relationship. Yours sincerely, [Tenant's Full Name] [Tenant's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code]Subject: Urgent Complaint and Demand to Cease Unlawful Self-Help Practices — Tenant to Landlord Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to address a pressing issue regarding your recent actions regarding the property at [Rental Property Address] in Tempe, Arizona. It has come to my attention that you have employed unlawful self-help measures to gain possession of the premises, which is in direct violation of our lease agreement and my legal rights as a tenant. Firstly, I would like to highlight that I have been adhering to all the terms and conditions outlined in the lease agreement. I have promptly paid my rent on time, maintained the property in a satisfactory condition, and have continuously respected the rights and privacy of the neighboring tenants. In return, I expect to be provided with a safe, habitable, and peaceful living environment. However, recent incidents have caused me significant distress and concern. Despite my tenancy being valid and fully paid, it has come to my attention that you have been resorting to various unlawful self-help practices, potentially endangering my well-being and violating my legal rights. Such actions include: 1. [Describe the specific unlawful self-help practice or practices that the landlord has engaged in. For example, changing locks without notice, disrupting utilities, entering the premises without permission, or any other action that infringes on the tenant's rights.] These actions are in violation of both Arizona landlord-tenant laws and the specific provisions within our lease agreement. It is essential to remember that as a tenant, I have the right to enjoy peaceful possession of the premises and to be free from any unnecessary disturbances, harassment, or threats to my safety. Accordingly, I urge you to immediately cease all unlawful self-help practices and respect the legal guidelines and provisions set forth by Arizona's landlord-tenant laws. I expect you to take swift action to rectify the situation and ensure that I can continue to reside within the rental property without fear of further unlawful intrusions. In light of these circumstances, I kindly request the following actions to be taken within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 7 business days]: 1. Halt all unlawful self-help practices immediately. 2. Provide written confirmation that you will comply with Arizona's landlord-tenant laws and respect my rights as a tenant. 3. Reinstate the property to its original condition, ensuring my right to privacy and security is upheld. 4. Compensate any damages incurred as a result of the self-help practices, including any relocation expenses or emotional distress caused. 5. Confirm in writing that no retaliatory actions will be taken against me for addressing this matter. Failure to address this issue and comply with my demands may leave me with no alternative but to seek legal recourse to protect my rights and interests as a tenant. As I believe in resolving matters amicably, I sincerely hope that we can resolve this situation promptly and without the need for further legal involvement. Please treat this communication as a formal complaint and respond in writing within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 7 business days] with your action plan to rectify the situation and avoid any further violations of our lease agreement and Arizona's landlord-tenant laws. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I trust that we can resolve this issue swiftly and restore a cordial landlord-tenant relationship. Yours sincerely, [Tenant's Full Name] [Tenant's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code]
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.
