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.
Subject: Urgent Legal Matter — Concerning Illegal Entry by Landlord in Sunnyvale, California Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring a serious matter to your attention regarding an incident that recently occurred at my rented property in Sunnyvale, California. It has come to my attention that you unlawfully entered the premises without prior notice or my permission, constituting a violation of my rights as a tenant. First and foremost, I would like to refer to the California Civil Code Section 1954, which clearly states that a landlord must provide at least 24 hours of advance written notice before entering a rental unit, except in emergency situations. As I have neither received any notice nor experienced any emergency situation, your entry into the property can be deemed illegal and a breach of our rental agreement. This unauthorized entry has not only left me feeling violated but has also caused me significant distress and concern about my privacy and the security of my personal belongings. It is essential to note that every tenant has a reasonable expectation of privacy within their rented domicile, and any breach of this expectation is considered a serious matter under both state and local laws. Furthermore, entering the premises without notice raises questions about your respect for the landlord-tenant relationship and adherence to legal responsibilities. I strongly believe in maintaining open and constructive communication between tenants and landlords, and expect the same in return. By not providing proper notice before entry, you have demonstrated a disregard for our rights and the obligations outlined in our rental agreement. To ensure such incidents don't recur, I would like to request the following actions be taken: 1. Immediate acknowledgement and apology for the unauthorized entry. 2. An assurance that there will be no future illegal entries without prior notice or emergency circumstances. 3. An explanation as to why you felt it necessary to access the property without notice. 4. Promptly provide an inventory of any records, photographs, or personal information you may have acquired during the incident. Confirm that no copies or duplicates have been made. 5. A clear and written confirmation of your commitment to abide by all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to landlord obligations, including providing proper notice prior to entry in the future. Failure to address this matter adequately may result in me seeking legal recourse and filing a complaint with the relevant authorities, such as the Sunnyvale Housing Department, to protect my rights as a tenant. I trust that you understand the gravity of this situation and will take the necessary steps to rectify this issue promptly. I value our landlord-tenant relationship and believe that addressing and resolving this matter will help us maintain a respectful and mutually beneficial arrangement. Furthermore, I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and anticipate your response within [reasonable timeframe]. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] Keywords: Sunnyvale California, tenant letter, landlord's illegal entry, unauthorized access, breach of privacy, tenant's rights, advance notice, rental agreement, legal responsibilities, open communication, acknowledgement, apology, future prevention, inventory, personal information, legal recourse, complaint, Sunnyvale Housing Department, prompt attention, cooperation.Subject: Urgent Legal Matter — Concerning Illegal Entry by Landlord in Sunnyvale, California Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring a serious matter to your attention regarding an incident that recently occurred at my rented property in Sunnyvale, California. It has come to my attention that you unlawfully entered the premises without prior notice or my permission, constituting a violation of my rights as a tenant. First and foremost, I would like to refer to the California Civil Code Section 1954, which clearly states that a landlord must provide at least 24 hours of advance written notice before entering a rental unit, except in emergency situations. As I have neither received any notice nor experienced any emergency situation, your entry into the property can be deemed illegal and a breach of our rental agreement. This unauthorized entry has not only left me feeling violated but has also caused me significant distress and concern about my privacy and the security of my personal belongings. It is essential to note that every tenant has a reasonable expectation of privacy within their rented domicile, and any breach of this expectation is considered a serious matter under both state and local laws. Furthermore, entering the premises without notice raises questions about your respect for the landlord-tenant relationship and adherence to legal responsibilities. I strongly believe in maintaining open and constructive communication between tenants and landlords, and expect the same in return. By not providing proper notice before entry, you have demonstrated a disregard for our rights and the obligations outlined in our rental agreement. To ensure such incidents don't recur, I would like to request the following actions be taken: 1. Immediate acknowledgement and apology for the unauthorized entry. 2. An assurance that there will be no future illegal entries without prior notice or emergency circumstances. 3. An explanation as to why you felt it necessary to access the property without notice. 4. Promptly provide an inventory of any records, photographs, or personal information you may have acquired during the incident. Confirm that no copies or duplicates have been made. 5. A clear and written confirmation of your commitment to abide by all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to landlord obligations, including providing proper notice prior to entry in the future. Failure to address this matter adequately may result in me seeking legal recourse and filing a complaint with the relevant authorities, such as the Sunnyvale Housing Department, to protect my rights as a tenant. I trust that you understand the gravity of this situation and will take the necessary steps to rectify this issue promptly. I value our landlord-tenant relationship and believe that addressing and resolving this matter will help us maintain a respectful and mutually beneficial arrangement. Furthermore, I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and anticipate your response within [reasonable timeframe]. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] Keywords: Sunnyvale California, tenant letter, landlord's illegal entry, unauthorized access, breach of privacy, tenant's rights, advance notice, rental agreement, legal responsibilities, open communication, acknowledgement, apology, future prevention, inventory, personal information, legal recourse, complaint, Sunnyvale Housing Department, prompt attention, cooperation.
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.
