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] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice to Cease Retaliatory Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my concerns regarding the retaliatory actions that have been directed towards me as your tenant in the [property address] in Miami-Dade, Florida. It has come to my attention that there have been instances where you have threatened to evict me in response to my legitimate requests and complaints. As you may be aware, retaliatory actions, including making threats of eviction or carrying out retaliatory evictions, are strictly prohibited by Florida law. Section 83.64(1) of the Florida Statutes specifically states that landlords cannot retaliate against tenants for engaging in protected activities such as expressing grievances, requesting repairs, or exercising their legal rights. Despite my attempts to maintain a positive tenant-landlord relationship, I have recently faced numerous issues in the property, including but not limited to: 1. [Explain the issues you've faced] 2. [Describe any communication with the landlord regarding these issues] 3. [Mention any repairs or requests you've made relating to these issues] While it is your responsibility as a landlord to address and rectify these issues promptly, I have received unwarranted threats of eviction from you. Such actions not only violate my rights as a tenant but also undermine the fundamental obligation of providing a habitable and livable environment required under the Landlord-Tenant Act. I kindly request that you immediately cease and desist from making any further retaliatory threats or engaging in retaliatory eviction against me. Please understand that I am exercising my rights as a tenant to ensure my safety, comfort, and lawful enjoyment of the rented premises. Should you persist in these retaliatory actions, I feel obligated to take legal action, including reporting the violations to relevant authorities, seeking legal remedies, and pursuing any available damages as permitted by law. However, I genuinely hope that we can resolve this matter amicably and avoid any further escalation. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and expect your written assurance that these retaliatory actions will cease immediately. Additionally, I request written confirmation that you have received this letter and acknowledge its contents. I look forward to your prompt response within [reasonable period, e.g., 10 days] from the date of this letter. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. 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 Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my concerns regarding the retaliatory actions that have been directed towards me as your tenant in the [property address] in Miami-Dade, Florida. It has come to my attention that there have been instances where you have threatened to evict me in response to my legitimate requests and complaints. As you may be aware, retaliatory actions, including making threats of eviction or carrying out retaliatory evictions, are strictly prohibited by Florida law. Section 83.64(1) of the Florida Statutes specifically states that landlords cannot retaliate against tenants for engaging in protected activities such as expressing grievances, requesting repairs, or exercising their legal rights. Despite my attempts to maintain a positive tenant-landlord relationship, I have recently faced numerous issues in the property, including but not limited to: 1. [Explain the issues you've faced] 2. [Describe any communication with the landlord regarding these issues] 3. [Mention any repairs or requests you've made relating to these issues] While it is your responsibility as a landlord to address and rectify these issues promptly, I have received unwarranted threats of eviction from you. Such actions not only violate my rights as a tenant but also undermine the fundamental obligation of providing a habitable and livable environment required under the Landlord-Tenant Act. I kindly request that you immediately cease and desist from making any further retaliatory threats or engaging in retaliatory eviction against me. Please understand that I am exercising my rights as a tenant to ensure my safety, comfort, and lawful enjoyment of the rented premises. Should you persist in these retaliatory actions, I feel obligated to take legal action, including reporting the violations to relevant authorities, seeking legal remedies, and pursuing any available damages as permitted by law. However, I genuinely hope that we can resolve this matter amicably and avoid any further escalation. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and expect your written assurance that these retaliatory actions will cease immediately. Additionally, I request written confirmation that you have received this letter and acknowledge its contents. I look forward to your prompt response within [reasonable period, e.g., 10 days] from the date of this letter. Thank you for your immediate 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.