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.
Subject: Urgent Notice — Uninhabitable Premises Demanding Immediate Repairs [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], RE: NOTICE OF UNINHABITABLE PREMISES IN VIOLATION OF LAW AND DEMAND FOR IMMEDIATE REPAIR As a tenant of [Property Address], I am writing this letter to bring to your attention the alarming condition of the premises, which is in violation of the law and poses an immediate threat to my health, safety, and well-being as per the California Tenant-Landlord Law (Cal. CIV. Code § 1941.1). I regret to inform you that the premises I am currently residing in are uninhabitable due to the following issues: 1. [Keyword 1] — [Describe the first violation of law and state its impact on health and safety] 2. [Keyword 2] — [Describe the second violation of law and state its impact on health and safety] 3. [Keyword 3] — [Describe the third violation of law and state its impact on health and safety] These violations are not only unacceptable but also illegal under the California State law. I emphasize the urgent need for you to address these issues with immediate effect to ensure the habitability of the property. According to the California Civil Code Section 1942, I am entitled to: 1. [Keyword 4] — Request for repairs within a reasonable timeframe, ensuring compliance with the law. 2. [Keyword 5] — Seek the option of withholding rent until the necessary repairs are completed. 3. [Keyword 6] — Pursue legal actions if no appropriate measures are taken to remedy the situation promptly. I kindly request that you take immediate action to rectify these violations within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 14 days] to ensure that the property becomes habitable once again. In the event of failure to address these concerns within the specified timeframe, please be aware that I will explore all legal options available to protect my rights as a tenant, including but not limited to filing complaints with appropriate authorities and seeking legal remedies. I trust that you understand the seriousness of the situation and the potential consequences that may arise from allowing these violations to persist. I hope that we can resolve this matter amicably and in a timely manner, preserving our tenant-landlord relationship. Looking forward to your immediate attention and prompt resolution of these critical issues. Sincerely, [Your Name]Subject: Urgent Notice — Uninhabitable Premises Demanding Immediate Repairs [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], RE: NOTICE OF UNINHABITABLE PREMISES IN VIOLATION OF LAW AND DEMAND FOR IMMEDIATE REPAIR As a tenant of [Property Address], I am writing this letter to bring to your attention the alarming condition of the premises, which is in violation of the law and poses an immediate threat to my health, safety, and well-being as per the California Tenant-Landlord Law (Cal. CIV. Code § 1941.1). I regret to inform you that the premises I am currently residing in are uninhabitable due to the following issues: 1. [Keyword 1] — [Describe the first violation of law and state its impact on health and safety] 2. [Keyword 2] — [Describe the second violation of law and state its impact on health and safety] 3. [Keyword 3] — [Describe the third violation of law and state its impact on health and safety] These violations are not only unacceptable but also illegal under the California State law. I emphasize the urgent need for you to address these issues with immediate effect to ensure the habitability of the property. According to the California Civil Code Section 1942, I am entitled to: 1. [Keyword 4] — Request for repairs within a reasonable timeframe, ensuring compliance with the law. 2. [Keyword 5] — Seek the option of withholding rent until the necessary repairs are completed. 3. [Keyword 6] — Pursue legal actions if no appropriate measures are taken to remedy the situation promptly. I kindly request that you take immediate action to rectify these violations within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 14 days] to ensure that the property becomes habitable once again. In the event of failure to address these concerns within the specified timeframe, please be aware that I will explore all legal options available to protect my rights as a tenant, including but not limited to filing complaints with appropriate authorities and seeking legal remedies. I trust that you understand the seriousness of the situation and the potential consequences that may arise from allowing these violations to persist. I hope that we can resolve this matter amicably and in a timely manner, preserving our tenant-landlord relationship. Looking forward to your immediate attention and prompt resolution of these critical issues. 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.
