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.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Demand for Remedy due to Failure to Comply with Building Codes Affecting Health and Safety or Resulting in Untenantable Condition Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention some serious concerns regarding the current state of the rental property located at [address of the rental property], which I am currently occupying as a tenant. As per the building codes and regulations enforced under the San Jose, California jurisdiction, I have identified several violations affecting the health, safety, and habitability that require immediate attention and rectification. It has come to my attention that the rental property fails to comply with various important building code provisions and requirements. The specific violations and breaches noticed include but are not limited to: 1. [Describe the specific building code violation or issue affecting health and safety or resulting in an untenantable condition using relevant keywords, such as hazardous electrical wiring, lack of proper ventilation, insufficient plumbing, structural integrity concerns, etc.] These conditions severely affect the overall habitability and safety of the premises. In accordance with the rental agreement and applicable laws, it is your responsibility as the landlord to ensure that the rental property complies with all local, state, and federal building codes and regulations. Failure to do so poses risks to my health, safety, and well-being, and may result in legal liabilities for both of us. Therefore, I kindly request that you take immediate action to remedy the aforementioned building code violations and resolve the untenantable conditions. I expect that all necessary repairs and improvements will be carried out promptly, professionally, and in compliance with the applicable codes and regulations. Please provide a comprehensive plan detailing the actions you will undertake to address these issues and a reasonable timeline within which the work will be completed. Please be aware that the unacceptable condition of the property not only hampers my ability to enjoy a safe and healthy living environment but also violates my rights as a tenant under the San Jose, California laws. Consequently, if these issues are not rectified within a reasonable timeframe, I may be forced to consider legal remedies available to me, such as contacting the San Jose Housing Code Enforcement Department and seeking appropriate legal counsel. I trust that you understand the seriousness of this matter and the urgency with which it needs to be addressed. It is my sincere hope that we can resolve this issue amicably and ensure that the rental property meets the required standards of habitability, health, and safety. I kindly request a written response to this letter within [reasonable time-frame, e.g., 10 business days], outlining your proposed plan of action and providing a timeline for resolving the aforementioned issues. Please feel free to contact me at [your contact number] or via email at [your email address] to discuss this matter further or to arrange an on-site inspection. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Number] [Your Email Address][Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Demand for Remedy due to Failure to Comply with Building Codes Affecting Health and Safety or Resulting in Untenantable Condition Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention some serious concerns regarding the current state of the rental property located at [address of the rental property], which I am currently occupying as a tenant. As per the building codes and regulations enforced under the San Jose, California jurisdiction, I have identified several violations affecting the health, safety, and habitability that require immediate attention and rectification. It has come to my attention that the rental property fails to comply with various important building code provisions and requirements. The specific violations and breaches noticed include but are not limited to: 1. [Describe the specific building code violation or issue affecting health and safety or resulting in an untenantable condition using relevant keywords, such as hazardous electrical wiring, lack of proper ventilation, insufficient plumbing, structural integrity concerns, etc.] These conditions severely affect the overall habitability and safety of the premises. In accordance with the rental agreement and applicable laws, it is your responsibility as the landlord to ensure that the rental property complies with all local, state, and federal building codes and regulations. Failure to do so poses risks to my health, safety, and well-being, and may result in legal liabilities for both of us. Therefore, I kindly request that you take immediate action to remedy the aforementioned building code violations and resolve the untenantable conditions. I expect that all necessary repairs and improvements will be carried out promptly, professionally, and in compliance with the applicable codes and regulations. Please provide a comprehensive plan detailing the actions you will undertake to address these issues and a reasonable timeline within which the work will be completed. Please be aware that the unacceptable condition of the property not only hampers my ability to enjoy a safe and healthy living environment but also violates my rights as a tenant under the San Jose, California laws. Consequently, if these issues are not rectified within a reasonable timeframe, I may be forced to consider legal remedies available to me, such as contacting the San Jose Housing Code Enforcement Department and seeking appropriate legal counsel. I trust that you understand the seriousness of this matter and the urgency with which it needs to be addressed. It is my sincere hope that we can resolve this issue amicably and ensure that the rental property meets the required standards of habitability, health, and safety. I kindly request a written response to this letter within [reasonable time-frame, e.g., 10 business days], outlining your proposed plan of action and providing a timeline for resolving the aforementioned issues. Please feel free to contact me at [your contact number] or via email at [your email address] to discuss this matter further or to arrange an on-site inspection. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Number] [Your Email Address]
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.
