This form covers the subject matter described in the form's title for your State. This is a letter from Tenant to Landlord requesting that in the future, Landlord may only enter the premises with prior written notice to Tenant, and only at a reasonable time, agreeable to both parties. The only exception would be in the case of an emergency posing an immediate danger to health or property.
Title: Contra Costa California Letter from Tenant to Landlord about Illegal Entry by Landlord Keywords: Contra Costa California, landlord, tenant, illegal entry, letter, legal rights, privacy, premises, notice, lease agreement, complaint, violation --- [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Complaint about Illegal Entry into Rental Property Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. Firstly, I would like to bring to your attention a matter of great concern regarding the unauthorized entry into the rental unit situated at [Address of Rental Property]. As a tenant residing within your premises, it is imperative to address this violation of my legal rights to privacy and the sanctity of my living space. According to my lease agreement, I have exclusive possession and control over the rental property. It has come to my attention on [Date or Dates of Incidents] that you have unlawfully entered the premises without prior notice or my consent, which is in direct violation of California Civil Code Section 1954. This statute explicitly prohibits landlords from entering residents' rental units without proper justification and notice. This unauthorized intrusion understandably compromises my sense of security and privacy within my own home. I strongly believe that such actions not only breach our agreed-upon lease terms but also undermine the trust and respect necessary for the landlord-tenant relationship to function effectively. To address this issue promptly and effectively, I kindly request the following actions be taken: 1. Immediately cease any further illegal entry into the rental property without proper notice and consent. 2. Provide written assurance that my privacy and right to peaceful enjoyment of the premises will be respected in the future. 3. Acknowledge your violation of California Civil Code Section 1954 and ensure it will not occur again. 4. Arrange a confidential meeting within [specific time frame — e.g., 7 days from the date of this letter] to discuss and address this matter further. I earnestly seek an amicable resolution to this matter in order to maintain a trustworthy and professional landlord-tenant relationship. Promptly adhering to the aforementioned requests will help restore the necessary equilibrium and regain my confidence in your commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful living environment. Please consider this letter as an official notice of my complaint against your illegal entries. As a precaution, I have also consulted legal counsel to ensure the protection of my rights. Should the need arise, I will have no choice but to take further appropriate action to defend my legal rights. Your immediate attention to this matter is greatly appreciated. I look forward to hearing from you to schedule the aforementioned meeting. Should you fail to respond within a reasonable timeframe or if these incidents continue, I will be compelled to further pursue legal remedies available to me. Thank you for your cooperation. 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.
