This is a letter from Tenant to Landlord in which Tenant claims that Landlord's failure to abide by the continuing requirements of the Lease Agreement by denying Tenant certain services is retaliation for some action initiated by Tenant. This letter provides notice to Landlord that such retaliatory action is in breach of the lease agreement and may constitute a further violation of the law.
[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 Cease Retaliatory Decrease in Services Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to inform you of a concerning issue regarding a retaliatory decrease in services I have been experiencing as a tenant at [Property Address]. As this matter requires immediate attention, I kindly ask you to carefully review the details outlined below. As you may recall, we have had regular interactions in the past regarding maintenance concerns and repairs that were either ignored or inadequately addressed. Unfortunately, these issues have been persisting, and to my dismay, there has been a noticeable decrease in the services provided to me as a tenant over the past few months. This decrease in services appears to be a direct response to my previous requests and complaints, which raises serious concerns regarding retaliatory actions on your part. It is important to note that retaliatory actions by a landlord are strictly prohibited by various laws in Burbank, California, including but not limited to the California Civil Code Section 1942.5. This law explicitly states that a landlord cannot retaliate against a tenant by decreasing services, increasing rent, initiating eviction proceedings, or taking any other adverse action in response to a good faith complaint or the exercise of any legal rights as a tenant. Despite this legal protection, it is evident that the decrease in services, specifically related to the following key areas, has been consistent and targeted: 1. Maintenance and Repairs: Despite previous requests for essential repairs and maintenance, such as plumbing issues, faulty electrical sockets, and leaking roofs, these issues have either remained unresolved or received subpar attention. It is important to emphasize that these issues significantly affect the living conditions and safety of the premises, placing me and other tenants in undue hardship. 2. Timely Responses: Communication and responsiveness have been severely lacking in recent months. My attempts to reach out through phone calls, emails, and in-person visits have been met with excessive delays or no response at all. Prompt communication is crucial for maintaining a healthy tenant-landlord relationship and ensuring the upkeep of the property. 3. Shared Amenities: The decrease in services extends to shared amenities, such as laundry facilities, parking areas, or common areas. Maintenance practices have been neglected, resulting in malfunctioning equipment, inadequate lighting, and unclean environments. Given the aforementioned circumstances, I hereby demand that you immediately rectify the retaliatory decrease in services I have been experiencing as your tenant. Failure to comply with this demand will leave me with no choice but to exercise my legal rights, which may include seeking remedies through appropriate legal channels and reporting this matter to relevant authorities. To ensure our mutual understanding and to avoid disputes in the future, I kindly request written confirmation within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 7 days] acknowledging your receipt of this notice and your commitment to cease the retaliatory decrease in services immediately. Additionally, I would appreciate a written outline of the steps and timeline you will undertake to address and resolve the existing maintenance and repair issues. Please consider this letter as an opportunity to promptly rectify the situation before resorting to legal action becomes necessary. I genuinely hope that we can reach a resolution that fosters a healthy and cooperative tenant-landlord relationship. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to receiving your prompt response. Yours sincerely, [Your Name][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 Cease Retaliatory Decrease in Services Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to inform you of a concerning issue regarding a retaliatory decrease in services I have been experiencing as a tenant at [Property Address]. As this matter requires immediate attention, I kindly ask you to carefully review the details outlined below. As you may recall, we have had regular interactions in the past regarding maintenance concerns and repairs that were either ignored or inadequately addressed. Unfortunately, these issues have been persisting, and to my dismay, there has been a noticeable decrease in the services provided to me as a tenant over the past few months. This decrease in services appears to be a direct response to my previous requests and complaints, which raises serious concerns regarding retaliatory actions on your part. It is important to note that retaliatory actions by a landlord are strictly prohibited by various laws in Burbank, California, including but not limited to the California Civil Code Section 1942.5. This law explicitly states that a landlord cannot retaliate against a tenant by decreasing services, increasing rent, initiating eviction proceedings, or taking any other adverse action in response to a good faith complaint or the exercise of any legal rights as a tenant. Despite this legal protection, it is evident that the decrease in services, specifically related to the following key areas, has been consistent and targeted: 1. Maintenance and Repairs: Despite previous requests for essential repairs and maintenance, such as plumbing issues, faulty electrical sockets, and leaking roofs, these issues have either remained unresolved or received subpar attention. It is important to emphasize that these issues significantly affect the living conditions and safety of the premises, placing me and other tenants in undue hardship. 2. Timely Responses: Communication and responsiveness have been severely lacking in recent months. My attempts to reach out through phone calls, emails, and in-person visits have been met with excessive delays or no response at all. Prompt communication is crucial for maintaining a healthy tenant-landlord relationship and ensuring the upkeep of the property. 3. Shared Amenities: The decrease in services extends to shared amenities, such as laundry facilities, parking areas, or common areas. Maintenance practices have been neglected, resulting in malfunctioning equipment, inadequate lighting, and unclean environments. Given the aforementioned circumstances, I hereby demand that you immediately rectify the retaliatory decrease in services I have been experiencing as your tenant. Failure to comply with this demand will leave me with no choice but to exercise my legal rights, which may include seeking remedies through appropriate legal channels and reporting this matter to relevant authorities. To ensure our mutual understanding and to avoid disputes in the future, I kindly request written confirmation within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 7 days] acknowledging your receipt of this notice and your commitment to cease the retaliatory decrease in services immediately. Additionally, I would appreciate a written outline of the steps and timeline you will undertake to address and resolve the existing maintenance and repair issues. Please consider this letter as an opportunity to promptly rectify the situation before resorting to legal action becomes necessary. I genuinely hope that we can reach a resolution that fosters a healthy and cooperative tenant-landlord relationship. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to receiving your prompt response. Yours 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.
