This form covers the subject matter described in the form's title for your State. This is a demand letter from Tenant to Landlord demanding that leased conditions be repaired or remedied within ten days and made compliant with building codes. The condition of the leased premises are currently unsafe and/or unhealthy.
Title: San Bernardino California Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Comply with Building Codes Introduction: In San Bernardino, California, tenants have the right to live in a safe and habitable environment. When landlords fail to comply with building codes that directly affect health and safety, or when the property becomes untenantable as a result, tenants have the right to send a letter to their landlord demanding a remedy. This detailed description will provide you with a sample letter template and examples of different types of letters that tenants can send to landlords based on the circumstances. Sample San Bernardino California Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Comply with Building Codes: [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Demand for Remedy Regarding Failure to Comply with Building Codes Affecting Health and Safety Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to bring to your attention serious concerns regarding the property located at [Rental Property Address]. As a responsible tenant, it is my duty to inform you about the failure to comply with applicable building codes, specifically affecting the health and safety of myself and other occupants of the property. 1. Describe the Issue: [Describe in detail the specific building code violations affecting health and safety or resulting in the property becoming untenantable. Include dates, times, and any relevant documentation or photographs.] 2. Legal Right for a Safe and Habitable Environment: As you are aware, California Civil Code Section 1941.1 mandates that landlords maintain rental properties in a habitable condition and comply with all applicable building codes. It is my belief that the current state of the property violates these requirements, rendering it untenantable. 3. Demand for Remedy: In light of these issues, I respectfully request that you immediately take the necessary actions to remedy the situation, including but not limited to: — [List specific actions required to address the building code violations] — [Specify a reasonable deadline for the landlord to complete the repairs] 4. Legal Consequences: Failure to address these concerns within a reasonable time frame may result in legal action pursued in accordance with the California law, which permits tenants to seek damages, withhold rent, terminate the lease, or pursue other applicable legal remedies. 5. Request for Written Response: To ensure effective communication, please provide a written response within [reasonable timeframe] outlining your plan for addressing these violations, or if necessary, the reasons for any delay in remedying the situation. I trust that you will promptly address these concerns in a timely and responsible manner, as we both share the goal of providing a habitable living space. I appreciate your attention to this matter and I look forward to a positive resolution. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Tenant's Contact Information] Different Types of San Bernardino California Letters from Tenant to Landlord: 1. San Bernardino California Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Comply with Sanitary Building Codes 2. San Bernardino California Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Comply with Fire Safety Building Codes 3. San Bernardino California Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Comply with Structural Building Codes 4. San Bernardino California Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Comply with Electrical Building Codes 5. San Bernardino California Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Comply with Plumbing Building Codes Note: The letter template provided can be adjusted to fit the specific type of building code violation and circumstances faced by the tenant.Title: San Bernardino California Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Comply with Building Codes Introduction: In San Bernardino, California, tenants have the right to live in a safe and habitable environment. When landlords fail to comply with building codes that directly affect health and safety, or when the property becomes untenantable as a result, tenants have the right to send a letter to their landlord demanding a remedy. This detailed description will provide you with a sample letter template and examples of different types of letters that tenants can send to landlords based on the circumstances. Sample San Bernardino California Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Comply with Building Codes: [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Demand for Remedy Regarding Failure to Comply with Building Codes Affecting Health and Safety Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to bring to your attention serious concerns regarding the property located at [Rental Property Address]. As a responsible tenant, it is my duty to inform you about the failure to comply with applicable building codes, specifically affecting the health and safety of myself and other occupants of the property. 1. Describe the Issue: [Describe in detail the specific building code violations affecting health and safety or resulting in the property becoming untenantable. Include dates, times, and any relevant documentation or photographs.] 2. Legal Right for a Safe and Habitable Environment: As you are aware, California Civil Code Section 1941.1 mandates that landlords maintain rental properties in a habitable condition and comply with all applicable building codes. It is my belief that the current state of the property violates these requirements, rendering it untenantable. 3. Demand for Remedy: In light of these issues, I respectfully request that you immediately take the necessary actions to remedy the situation, including but not limited to: — [List specific actions required to address the building code violations] — [Specify a reasonable deadline for the landlord to complete the repairs] 4. Legal Consequences: Failure to address these concerns within a reasonable time frame may result in legal action pursued in accordance with the California law, which permits tenants to seek damages, withhold rent, terminate the lease, or pursue other applicable legal remedies. 5. Request for Written Response: To ensure effective communication, please provide a written response within [reasonable timeframe] outlining your plan for addressing these violations, or if necessary, the reasons for any delay in remedying the situation. I trust that you will promptly address these concerns in a timely and responsible manner, as we both share the goal of providing a habitable living space. I appreciate your attention to this matter and I look forward to a positive resolution. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Tenant's Contact Information] Different Types of San Bernardino California Letters from Tenant to Landlord: 1. San Bernardino California Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Comply with Sanitary Building Codes 2. San Bernardino California Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Comply with Fire Safety Building Codes 3. San Bernardino California Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Comply with Structural Building Codes 4. San Bernardino California Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Comply with Electrical Building Codes 5. San Bernardino California Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure to Comply with Plumbing Building Codes Note: The letter template provided can be adjusted to fit the specific type of building code violation and circumstances faced by the tenant.
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.
