This notice regarding Retaliatory Rent Increase, complies with state housing laws and informs Landlord that it is unlawful for a landlord to discriminatorily increase a tenant's rent or decrease services to a tenant, or to bring or threaten to bring an action for possession or other civil action, primarily because the landlord is retaliating against the tenant.
Subject: Urgent Notice to Landlord: Request to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to address a matter of utmost importance regarding the recent rent increase notice that I received from your office. As a responsible and dedicated tenant at [Property Address] in sunny St. Petersburg, Florida, I believe that open communication is vital to maintaining a healthy and thriving landlord-tenant relationship. First and foremost, I want to express my gratitude for providing a comfortable living space and maintaining the property adequately. Nonetheless, I was taken aback when I received the notice of rent increase dated [Date]. Upon review, it has come to my attention that this increase is appearing to be retaliatory in nature, which raises some concerns and prompts me to reach out to you with this formal notice. According to Florida law [insert specific Florida Statute if applicable], landlords are prohibited from implementing a rent increase in retaliation against a tenant's exercise of their legal rights. In this case, I would like to highlight the events leading up to this rent increase, which have given me reason to believe that it may indeed be retaliatory. 1. [Specify the timeline and incidents leading to the retaliation claim, such as filing a complaint, requesting repairs, reporting violations, etc.] I trust that as a responsible landlord, you value the tenancy of your reliable, law-abiding tenants who prioritize the upkeep of their rented dwelling. It is my belief that our partnership can thrive on mutual respect and cooperation, as stipulated in our lease agreement. In light of the above, I kindly request that you reconsider and withdraw the retaliatory rent increase immediately. By revoking this increase, you will demonstrate your commitment to maintaining a transparent and fair landlord-tenant relationship, which is vital to the overall harmony and success of the rental community. Should you deny this request, I may be forced to explore legal remedies available to me under the Florida Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. Repercussions for implementing a retaliatory rent increase can include, but are not limited to, filing a complaint with the relevant local or state authorities, taking legal action, and seeking damages for any losses incurred. I genuinely hope that it will not come to that, as I believe that our respective rights and obligations can be resolved through constructive dialogue. To facilitate this process, I invite you to schedule a time for us to discuss this matter further and work towards an amicable resolution. Please confirm your receipt of this notice by signing and returning the enclosed copy within [reasonable time frame]. I expect a reasonable resolution to this matter within [specified timeframe], allowing us to continue our landlord-tenant relationship on positive terms. Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation in this matter. I look forward to resolving this issue respectfully and swiftly. Respectfully, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] enclosure(s): Copy of the Notice
Subject: Urgent Notice to Landlord: Request to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to address a matter of utmost importance regarding the recent rent increase notice that I received from your office. As a responsible and dedicated tenant at [Property Address] in sunny St. Petersburg, Florida, I believe that open communication is vital to maintaining a healthy and thriving landlord-tenant relationship. First and foremost, I want to express my gratitude for providing a comfortable living space and maintaining the property adequately. Nonetheless, I was taken aback when I received the notice of rent increase dated [Date]. Upon review, it has come to my attention that this increase is appearing to be retaliatory in nature, which raises some concerns and prompts me to reach out to you with this formal notice. According to Florida law [insert specific Florida Statute if applicable], landlords are prohibited from implementing a rent increase in retaliation against a tenant's exercise of their legal rights. In this case, I would like to highlight the events leading up to this rent increase, which have given me reason to believe that it may indeed be retaliatory. 1. [Specify the timeline and incidents leading to the retaliation claim, such as filing a complaint, requesting repairs, reporting violations, etc.] I trust that as a responsible landlord, you value the tenancy of your reliable, law-abiding tenants who prioritize the upkeep of their rented dwelling. It is my belief that our partnership can thrive on mutual respect and cooperation, as stipulated in our lease agreement. In light of the above, I kindly request that you reconsider and withdraw the retaliatory rent increase immediately. By revoking this increase, you will demonstrate your commitment to maintaining a transparent and fair landlord-tenant relationship, which is vital to the overall harmony and success of the rental community. Should you deny this request, I may be forced to explore legal remedies available to me under the Florida Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. Repercussions for implementing a retaliatory rent increase can include, but are not limited to, filing a complaint with the relevant local or state authorities, taking legal action, and seeking damages for any losses incurred. I genuinely hope that it will not come to that, as I believe that our respective rights and obligations can be resolved through constructive dialogue. To facilitate this process, I invite you to schedule a time for us to discuss this matter further and work towards an amicable resolution. Please confirm your receipt of this notice by signing and returning the enclosed copy within [reasonable time frame]. I expect a reasonable resolution to this matter within [specified timeframe], allowing us to continue our landlord-tenant relationship on positive terms. Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation in this matter. I look forward to resolving this issue respectfully and swiftly. Respectfully, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] enclosure(s): Copy of the Notice
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.