It is a letter from Tenant to Landlord containing a notice to landlord to withdraw improper rent increase due to violation of rent control ordinance. This notice informs Landlord that improper increase of rent may be unlawful.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice to Withdraw Improper Rent Increase due to Violation of Alameda's Rent Control Ordinance Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a matter concerning the recent rent increase that was imposed upon me for [address of rented property]. It has come to my attention that this increase violates Alameda's Rent Control Ordinance, and I kindly request that you withdraw or reverse this improper rent increase in compliance with the law. I want to clarify that I value our tenant-landlord relationship and appreciate the efforts you put into maintaining the property. However, it is crucial to adhere to the relevant regulations, specifically Alameda's Rent Control Ordinance. According to this ordinance, rent increases are limited to a certain percentage per year, and any violation of these limitations can result in legal consequences. From my understanding, the current increase exceeds the allowed limits outlined in the ordinance. To ensure a proper understanding of the matter at hand, I have provided a breakdown of the specific violations below: 1. [Violation Type 1]: [Describe the violation] — According to Alameda's Rent Control Ordinance [cite the relevant section(s)], the maximum allowable annual rent increase rate is [mention the percentage or amount]. The recent increase on [date of rent increase] exceeds this limit by [amount exceeded]. 2. [Violation Type 2]: [Describe the violation] — Alameda's Rent Control Ordinance [cite the relevant section(s)] states that rent increases must be provided to the tenant with proper written notice at least [mention the required notice period] in advance. Unfortunately, I was not given sufficient notice before the implementation of the rent increase. Considering these violations, I kindly request the following corrective actions: 1. Withdraw or reverse the improper rent increase effective immediately. 2. Adjust my monthly rent back to the amount that complies with Alameda's Rent Control Ordinance. 3. Provide a written response within [mention a reasonable timeframe, such as 10 or 14 days] confirming the withdrawal of the rent increase and the adjusted rental amount. Failure to comply with Alameda's Rent Control Ordinance may lead to legal consequences and damage our otherwise amicable tenant-landlord relationship. I believe that open communication and cooperation will help us resolve this matter promptly, thereby avoiding any unnecessary legal disputes. I would like to thank you in advance for your attention to this matter. Furthermore, I hope we can resolve it amicably, ensuring a continued positive and lawful tenancy. Please feel free to contact me at [your phone number or email address] to discuss this matter further or provide any additional information you may require. Thank you for your prompt attention. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Signature] CC: [Name of relevant local tenant association, if applicable] [Name(s) of legal representative(s), if applicable][Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice to Withdraw Improper Rent Increase due to Violation of Alameda's Rent Control Ordinance Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a matter concerning the recent rent increase that was imposed upon me for [address of rented property]. It has come to my attention that this increase violates Alameda's Rent Control Ordinance, and I kindly request that you withdraw or reverse this improper rent increase in compliance with the law. I want to clarify that I value our tenant-landlord relationship and appreciate the efforts you put into maintaining the property. However, it is crucial to adhere to the relevant regulations, specifically Alameda's Rent Control Ordinance. According to this ordinance, rent increases are limited to a certain percentage per year, and any violation of these limitations can result in legal consequences. From my understanding, the current increase exceeds the allowed limits outlined in the ordinance. To ensure a proper understanding of the matter at hand, I have provided a breakdown of the specific violations below: 1. [Violation Type 1]: [Describe the violation] — According to Alameda's Rent Control Ordinance [cite the relevant section(s)], the maximum allowable annual rent increase rate is [mention the percentage or amount]. The recent increase on [date of rent increase] exceeds this limit by [amount exceeded]. 2. [Violation Type 2]: [Describe the violation] — Alameda's Rent Control Ordinance [cite the relevant section(s)] states that rent increases must be provided to the tenant with proper written notice at least [mention the required notice period] in advance. Unfortunately, I was not given sufficient notice before the implementation of the rent increase. Considering these violations, I kindly request the following corrective actions: 1. Withdraw or reverse the improper rent increase effective immediately. 2. Adjust my monthly rent back to the amount that complies with Alameda's Rent Control Ordinance. 3. Provide a written response within [mention a reasonable timeframe, such as 10 or 14 days] confirming the withdrawal of the rent increase and the adjusted rental amount. Failure to comply with Alameda's Rent Control Ordinance may lead to legal consequences and damage our otherwise amicable tenant-landlord relationship. I believe that open communication and cooperation will help us resolve this matter promptly, thereby avoiding any unnecessary legal disputes. I would like to thank you in advance for your attention to this matter. Furthermore, I hope we can resolve it amicably, ensuring a continued positive and lawful tenancy. Please feel free to contact me at [your phone number or email address] to discuss this matter further or provide any additional information you may require. Thank you for your prompt attention. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Signature] CC: [Name of relevant local tenant association, if applicable] [Name(s) of legal representative(s), if applicable]
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