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.
Newark New Jersey Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to withdraw retaliatory rent increase: [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice 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 concerning matter regarding the recent rent increase notice I received from you on [date]. After careful consideration and consultation with legal advice, I have determined that this rent increase is retaliatory in nature and violates my rights as a tenant under Newark, New Jersey, landlord-tenant laws. Firstly, it is essential to emphasize that this rent increase comes shortly after I reported several maintenance issues in my rental unit, which require immediate attention. As a responsible tenant, it is my duty to bring such issues to your attention for a prompt resolution, ensuring a habitable living environment as mandated by the Newark Tenants' Rights Guide. However, the timing of the rent increase suggests a direct correlation between my maintenance requests and your retaliatory response through this rental hike. Furthermore, I would like to remind you that under Newark, New Jersey, law (specifically the Newark Rent Control Ordinance), tenants are protected against retaliatory action taken by landlords in response to their exercise of lawful rights, including reporting maintenance issues. According to Section XX of the Newark Tenants' Rights Guide, it is explicitly stated that retaliatory actions such as rent increases are prohibited, and landlords can face penalties for engaging in such conduct. In light of these facts, I kindly request that you immediately withdraw the proposed rent increase notice of [amount/percentage] and maintain my rent at the current rate. I believe it is in both of our best interests to resolve this matter amicably and ensure a harmonious landlord-tenant relationship moving forward. Failure to comply with this notice will leave me with no choice but to explore legal remedies available to me, which may include filing a complaint with the Newark Tenant Legal Services and pursuing a legal action to enforce my rights under Newark, New Jersey, landlord-tenant laws. I sincerely hope it does not come to that, as I believe open communication and cooperation can resolve this issue efficiently. I kindly request a written response within [number of days] days from the receipt of this letter, confirming your agreement to withdraw the retaliatory rent increase notice and maintain my current rent rate. Furthermore, I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and hope for a swift resolution. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Sincerely, [Your Name] Different types of Newark New Jersey Letters from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to withdraw retaliatory rent increase might include variations in language, document formatting, and specific details pertinent to each tenant's situation. However, the fundamental content and legal rights discussed above should be included in each letter to ensure the tenant's legal protection and assert their rights effectively.
Newark New Jersey Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to withdraw retaliatory rent increase: [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice 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 concerning matter regarding the recent rent increase notice I received from you on [date]. After careful consideration and consultation with legal advice, I have determined that this rent increase is retaliatory in nature and violates my rights as a tenant under Newark, New Jersey, landlord-tenant laws. Firstly, it is essential to emphasize that this rent increase comes shortly after I reported several maintenance issues in my rental unit, which require immediate attention. As a responsible tenant, it is my duty to bring such issues to your attention for a prompt resolution, ensuring a habitable living environment as mandated by the Newark Tenants' Rights Guide. However, the timing of the rent increase suggests a direct correlation between my maintenance requests and your retaliatory response through this rental hike. Furthermore, I would like to remind you that under Newark, New Jersey, law (specifically the Newark Rent Control Ordinance), tenants are protected against retaliatory action taken by landlords in response to their exercise of lawful rights, including reporting maintenance issues. According to Section XX of the Newark Tenants' Rights Guide, it is explicitly stated that retaliatory actions such as rent increases are prohibited, and landlords can face penalties for engaging in such conduct. In light of these facts, I kindly request that you immediately withdraw the proposed rent increase notice of [amount/percentage] and maintain my rent at the current rate. I believe it is in both of our best interests to resolve this matter amicably and ensure a harmonious landlord-tenant relationship moving forward. Failure to comply with this notice will leave me with no choice but to explore legal remedies available to me, which may include filing a complaint with the Newark Tenant Legal Services and pursuing a legal action to enforce my rights under Newark, New Jersey, landlord-tenant laws. I sincerely hope it does not come to that, as I believe open communication and cooperation can resolve this issue efficiently. I kindly request a written response within [number of days] days from the receipt of this letter, confirming your agreement to withdraw the retaliatory rent increase notice and maintain my current rent rate. Furthermore, I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and hope for a swift resolution. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Sincerely, [Your Name] Different types of Newark New Jersey Letters from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to withdraw retaliatory rent increase might include variations in language, document formatting, and specific details pertinent to each tenant's situation. However, the fundamental content and legal rights discussed above should be included in each letter to ensure the tenant's legal protection and assert their rights effectively.
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.