This is a form from a Tenant to Landlord in response to Landlord's threat to evict Tenant from the premises. Tenant is contending that Landlord's threat to evict is retaliatory in nature and was done so in response to Tenant's actions as specified in the form. This form complies with state Housing Laws.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], RE: NOTICE TO CEASE RETALIATORY THREATS TO EVICT OR RETALIATORY EVICTION I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address serious concerns regarding retaliatory actions taken against me as your tenant. As Hillsborough County, Florida law clearly states, it is illegal for a landlord to engage in retaliatory acts against a tenant who exercises their legal rights. I strongly request that you promptly cease any further retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory eviction. I have recently observed behavior and received communications from you that suggest retaliatory actions being taken against me as a result of exercising my rights as a tenant. Such retaliatory actions are prohibited under Florida law, as specified in Florida Statutes section 83.64. It is my firm belief that these actions are in response to my efforts to ensure habitable living conditions, request necessary repairs, or assert my rights as outlined in my lease agreement and state laws. I would like to highlight the specific incidents that have led me to believe these actions are retaliatory: 1. Threats of eviction following my formal written requests for repairs or maintenance, which are within my rights as a tenant under both the lease agreement and Florida law. 2. Sudden escalation of rent, without reasonable justification or adherence to the guidelines specified in our lease agreement or state laws, following my complaints about unresolved issues that impact my health and safety within the rental property. 3. Intimidating or harassing verbal or written communications aimed at discouraging me from asserting my legal rights or from pursuing legitimate requests for repairs or necessary improvements. As a tenant, I have the right to live in a safe, habitable, and peaceful environment, as granted by Florida law and our signed lease agreement. I respect your position as the landlord, and I have always endeavored to fulfill my responsibilities as a tenant in a timely and reasonable manner. However, I cannot allow these retaliatory actions to persist, as they directly infringe upon my rights and compromise my overall well-being. I kindly request that you immediately cease any retaliatory threats or actions, and I would appreciate a written response from you confirming your understanding and commitment to resolving this matter amicably. Failure to cease such actions will leave me with no choice but to seek legal remedies available to me under Florida law, as well as exercise all my rights as a tenant to protect my interests. I believe that open communication and understanding can help resolve this issue, and I sincerely hope we can rectify this situation without resorting to further action. I look forward to a timely response from you. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], RE: NOTICE TO CEASE RETALIATORY THREATS TO EVICT OR RETALIATORY EVICTION I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address serious concerns regarding retaliatory actions taken against me as your tenant. As Hillsborough County, Florida law clearly states, it is illegal for a landlord to engage in retaliatory acts against a tenant who exercises their legal rights. I strongly request that you promptly cease any further retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory eviction. I have recently observed behavior and received communications from you that suggest retaliatory actions being taken against me as a result of exercising my rights as a tenant. Such retaliatory actions are prohibited under Florida law, as specified in Florida Statutes section 83.64. It is my firm belief that these actions are in response to my efforts to ensure habitable living conditions, request necessary repairs, or assert my rights as outlined in my lease agreement and state laws. I would like to highlight the specific incidents that have led me to believe these actions are retaliatory: 1. Threats of eviction following my formal written requests for repairs or maintenance, which are within my rights as a tenant under both the lease agreement and Florida law. 2. Sudden escalation of rent, without reasonable justification or adherence to the guidelines specified in our lease agreement or state laws, following my complaints about unresolved issues that impact my health and safety within the rental property. 3. Intimidating or harassing verbal or written communications aimed at discouraging me from asserting my legal rights or from pursuing legitimate requests for repairs or necessary improvements. As a tenant, I have the right to live in a safe, habitable, and peaceful environment, as granted by Florida law and our signed lease agreement. I respect your position as the landlord, and I have always endeavored to fulfill my responsibilities as a tenant in a timely and reasonable manner. However, I cannot allow these retaliatory actions to persist, as they directly infringe upon my rights and compromise my overall well-being. I kindly request that you immediately cease any retaliatory threats or actions, and I would appreciate a written response from you confirming your understanding and commitment to resolving this matter amicably. Failure to cease such actions will leave me with no choice but to seek legal remedies available to me under Florida law, as well as exercise all my rights as a tenant to protect my interests. I believe that open communication and understanding can help resolve this issue, and I sincerely hope we can rectify this situation without resorting to further action. I look forward to a timely response from you. Thank you for your attention to this matter. 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.