This form is used by a tenant to inform the landlord of a problem with the lease premises, specifically failure of the heating system. With this form, the tenant notifies the landlord that he/she/it has breached the statutory duty to maintain the property in tenantable condition and demands that immediate repairs be made.
[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 of Broken, Unsafe or Inadequate Heater and Demand for Immediate Remedy Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring to your immediate attention a pressing issue concerning the heater in my rental unit at [Property Address]. I regret to inform you that the heater in my apartment is currently broken, which poses significant health and safety risks to me and other residents of this property. The malfunctioning heater has rendered the unit incapable of generating sufficient warmth despite my attempts to adjust the thermostat or seek maintenance assistance. As outlined in the rental agreement, it is your responsibility as the landlord to provide and maintain adequate heating facilities to ensure the comfort and well-being of tenants. The current state of the heater clearly violates this provision, and I kindly request that you take immediate action to rectify this unacceptable situation. The inadequate heating system not only compromises our comfort, but it also poses health risks, particularly during the colder months. Exposure to extremely low temperatures can lead to various health issues, including hypothermia, respiratory problems, and weakened immune systems. Moreover, the lack of a functional heater can result in frozen pipes, which may lead to substantial property damage. Therefore, I demand that you promptly arrange for a qualified professional to inspect, repair, or replace the heater within the next [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 48 hours]. It is essential that the repairs be completed promptly to ensure a warm and habitable living environment, complying with Kansas City, Missouri's health and safety codes. In the event of your failure to take immediate action, I regret to inform you that I will have no choice but to pursue all available legal remedies to protect my rights as a tenant and provide an adequate living condition. This includes, but is not limited to, seeking legal advice, filing a complaint with the appropriate housing authority, and potentially withholding rent until the matter is resolved. I truly hope that it does not come to that, as I value our amicable tenant-landlord relationship and believe in resolving issues swiftly and cooperatively. I trust in your professionalism and dedication to maintaining a safe and habitable rental property, and I am confident that you will address this matter promptly. Thank you for your immediate attention to this pressing matter. Please acknowledge receipt and share your plan of action to address the situation by [reasonable period, e.g., five business days]. I look forward to a prompt resolution that reestablishes a comfortable and safe living condition in my rental unit. 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 of Broken, Unsafe or Inadequate Heater and Demand for Immediate Remedy Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring to your immediate attention a pressing issue concerning the heater in my rental unit at [Property Address]. I regret to inform you that the heater in my apartment is currently broken, which poses significant health and safety risks to me and other residents of this property. The malfunctioning heater has rendered the unit incapable of generating sufficient warmth despite my attempts to adjust the thermostat or seek maintenance assistance. As outlined in the rental agreement, it is your responsibility as the landlord to provide and maintain adequate heating facilities to ensure the comfort and well-being of tenants. The current state of the heater clearly violates this provision, and I kindly request that you take immediate action to rectify this unacceptable situation. The inadequate heating system not only compromises our comfort, but it also poses health risks, particularly during the colder months. Exposure to extremely low temperatures can lead to various health issues, including hypothermia, respiratory problems, and weakened immune systems. Moreover, the lack of a functional heater can result in frozen pipes, which may lead to substantial property damage. Therefore, I demand that you promptly arrange for a qualified professional to inspect, repair, or replace the heater within the next [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 48 hours]. It is essential that the repairs be completed promptly to ensure a warm and habitable living environment, complying with Kansas City, Missouri's health and safety codes. In the event of your failure to take immediate action, I regret to inform you that I will have no choice but to pursue all available legal remedies to protect my rights as a tenant and provide an adequate living condition. This includes, but is not limited to, seeking legal advice, filing a complaint with the appropriate housing authority, and potentially withholding rent until the matter is resolved. I truly hope that it does not come to that, as I value our amicable tenant-landlord relationship and believe in resolving issues swiftly and cooperatively. I trust in your professionalism and dedication to maintaining a safe and habitable rental property, and I am confident that you will address this matter promptly. Thank you for your immediate attention to this pressing matter. Please acknowledge receipt and share your plan of action to address the situation by [reasonable period, e.g., five business days]. I look forward to a prompt resolution that reestablishes a comfortable and safe living condition in my rental unit. 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.
