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.
Subject: Urgent Notice to Cease Retaliatory Decrease in Services Dear [Landlord's name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to you as a concerned tenant at [property address] in West Covina, California regarding a distressing matter that requires your immediate attention. As you may be aware, the law protects tenants from retaliatory actions taken by landlords as a response to their exercise of their legal rights. It has come to my attention that there have been several concerning instances of what appears to be a retaliatory decrease in services concerning the property. This situation greatly affects the quality of my living conditions and is in violation of my rights as a tenant. In accordance with the laws set forth in the California Civil Code — specifically sections 1941.6 and 1942.5 — I hereby request that you immediately cease any retaliatory decrease in services and restore them to their previous satisfactory levels. Failure to comply with this request may lead to further legal action being initiated. My grievances are as follows: 1. [Specify first retaliatory decrease in services in detail and its impact] 2. [Specify second retaliatory decrease in services in detail and its impact] 3. [Specify any additional instances of retaliatory decrease in services in detail and their impact] I believe that as a reasonable and responsible landlord, you would prefer to resolve this matter amicably rather than face potential legal consequences. I strongly urge you to rectify the situation promptly. Here are some potential actions that may help to resolve this matter effectively: 1. Conduct a thorough maintenance check of the property to assess any issues affecting the decrease in services. 2. Restore any lost services immediately and provide a timeline for their complete restoration. 3. Address any safety hazards or repairs required within the property promptly and professionally. 4. Provide a written response acknowledging this notice within [insert number of days]. I feel genuinely disheartened by the situation at hand as I have always upheld my obligations as a responsible tenant. It is my sincerest hope that we can resolve this matter without any further complications. Please understand that I am willing to take necessary legal measures to rectify this situation if it persists. If action is not taken to restore the services within the specified timeframe, I may have no choice but to seek legal counsel or involve the appropriate authorities. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I trust that you will handle this situation efficiently and in keeping with your legal obligations. Should you require any additional information or documentation, please do not hesitate to contact me at [your contact information]. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] Alternate versions/types of West Covina California letters from tenants to landlords containing a notice to cease retaliatory decrease in services could include: 1. West Covina California Letter from Tenant to Landlord Regarding Urgent Repair Issues 2. West Covina California Letter from Tenant to Landlord Regarding Unaddressed Maintenance Concerns 3. West Covina California Letter from Tenant to Landlord Threatening Legal Action Regarding Retaliatory Reduction in Services.Subject: Urgent Notice to Cease Retaliatory Decrease in Services Dear [Landlord's name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to you as a concerned tenant at [property address] in West Covina, California regarding a distressing matter that requires your immediate attention. As you may be aware, the law protects tenants from retaliatory actions taken by landlords as a response to their exercise of their legal rights. It has come to my attention that there have been several concerning instances of what appears to be a retaliatory decrease in services concerning the property. This situation greatly affects the quality of my living conditions and is in violation of my rights as a tenant. In accordance with the laws set forth in the California Civil Code — specifically sections 1941.6 and 1942.5 — I hereby request that you immediately cease any retaliatory decrease in services and restore them to their previous satisfactory levels. Failure to comply with this request may lead to further legal action being initiated. My grievances are as follows: 1. [Specify first retaliatory decrease in services in detail and its impact] 2. [Specify second retaliatory decrease in services in detail and its impact] 3. [Specify any additional instances of retaliatory decrease in services in detail and their impact] I believe that as a reasonable and responsible landlord, you would prefer to resolve this matter amicably rather than face potential legal consequences. I strongly urge you to rectify the situation promptly. Here are some potential actions that may help to resolve this matter effectively: 1. Conduct a thorough maintenance check of the property to assess any issues affecting the decrease in services. 2. Restore any lost services immediately and provide a timeline for their complete restoration. 3. Address any safety hazards or repairs required within the property promptly and professionally. 4. Provide a written response acknowledging this notice within [insert number of days]. I feel genuinely disheartened by the situation at hand as I have always upheld my obligations as a responsible tenant. It is my sincerest hope that we can resolve this matter without any further complications. Please understand that I am willing to take necessary legal measures to rectify this situation if it persists. If action is not taken to restore the services within the specified timeframe, I may have no choice but to seek legal counsel or involve the appropriate authorities. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I trust that you will handle this situation efficiently and in keeping with your legal obligations. Should you require any additional information or documentation, please do not hesitate to contact me at [your contact information]. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] Alternate versions/types of West Covina California letters from tenants to landlords containing a notice to cease retaliatory decrease in services could include: 1. West Covina California Letter from Tenant to Landlord Regarding Urgent Repair Issues 2. West Covina California Letter from Tenant to Landlord Regarding Unaddressed Maintenance Concerns 3. West Covina California Letter from Tenant to Landlord Threatening Legal Action Regarding Retaliatory Reduction in Services.
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.
