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.
Title: Philadelphia Pennsylvania Letter from Tenant to Landlord Seeking Immediate Remedy for Broken, Unsafe, or Inadequate Heater Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to bring a serious concern to your attention regarding the state of the heating system in my rental unit located at [address]. Specifically, I wish to inform you that the heater is currently broken, unsafe, or inadequate, and I respectfully demand an immediate remedy to address this issue. [Type 1 Letter: Formal Notification] Subject: Urgent Repairs Required for Broken or Inadequate Heater I want to inform you that the heating system in my rented premises is not functioning properly. I am experiencing constant cold temperatures due to the heater being completely broken or inadequately working. The present condition poses a significant threat to my health and safety during the colder months and violates the implied warranty of habitability. According to my research, as well as the Philadelphia Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant Act, it is the landlord's legal obligation to provide and maintain habitable living conditions, which includes ensuring a functioning heating system. Therefore, I kindly request you to take immediate action to fix this issue. I expect that the necessary repairs will be undertaken without delay. [Type 2 Letter: Safety Concerns] Subject: Urgent Remedy Required for Unsafe Heater I am writing to inform you of a concerning situation relating to the heating system in my rental unit. Upon inspection by an authorized technician, it has been determined that the heater poses a potential safety hazard to me and my household. The issues identified include [describe specific safety concerns, such as exposed wires, excessive heat, or gas leaks]. As per the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Code, it is the landlord's legal responsibility to ensure that the rented premises are safe and free from any hazardous conditions. In light of this, I request that you immediately arrange for the appropriate repairs or replacement of the faulty heating system to ensure the safety of all occupants. [Type 3 Letter: Inadequate Heating] Subject: Immediate Remedy Required for Inadequate Heating I am writing to bring to your attention a pressing issue with the heating in my rental unit. While the heater might not be entirely broken or unsafe, it consistently fails to provide adequate warmth, leaving the premises uncomfortably cold. This situation significantly hampers my ability to comfortably reside in the property. According to the Philadelphia Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant Act, it is the landlord's duty to ensure that the supplied heating system is adequate to maintain a habitable living space. Consequently, I respectfully request that you promptly address this matter by either repairing or replacing the current heating system. In light of the urgency and seriousness of the matter, I expect to see a timely resolution. Failure to address this issue promptly may leave me with no option but to exercise my rights, seek legal remedies, or involve relevant authorities to rectify the situation. I trust that you will treat this matter with the utmost importance and address the issue promptly. I look forward to your prompt response and a satisfactory resolution to this matter. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number]
Title: Philadelphia Pennsylvania Letter from Tenant to Landlord Seeking Immediate Remedy for Broken, Unsafe, or Inadequate Heater Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to bring a serious concern to your attention regarding the state of the heating system in my rental unit located at [address]. Specifically, I wish to inform you that the heater is currently broken, unsafe, or inadequate, and I respectfully demand an immediate remedy to address this issue. [Type 1 Letter: Formal Notification] Subject: Urgent Repairs Required for Broken or Inadequate Heater I want to inform you that the heating system in my rented premises is not functioning properly. I am experiencing constant cold temperatures due to the heater being completely broken or inadequately working. The present condition poses a significant threat to my health and safety during the colder months and violates the implied warranty of habitability. According to my research, as well as the Philadelphia Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant Act, it is the landlord's legal obligation to provide and maintain habitable living conditions, which includes ensuring a functioning heating system. Therefore, I kindly request you to take immediate action to fix this issue. I expect that the necessary repairs will be undertaken without delay. [Type 2 Letter: Safety Concerns] Subject: Urgent Remedy Required for Unsafe Heater I am writing to inform you of a concerning situation relating to the heating system in my rental unit. Upon inspection by an authorized technician, it has been determined that the heater poses a potential safety hazard to me and my household. The issues identified include [describe specific safety concerns, such as exposed wires, excessive heat, or gas leaks]. As per the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Code, it is the landlord's legal responsibility to ensure that the rented premises are safe and free from any hazardous conditions. In light of this, I request that you immediately arrange for the appropriate repairs or replacement of the faulty heating system to ensure the safety of all occupants. [Type 3 Letter: Inadequate Heating] Subject: Immediate Remedy Required for Inadequate Heating I am writing to bring to your attention a pressing issue with the heating in my rental unit. While the heater might not be entirely broken or unsafe, it consistently fails to provide adequate warmth, leaving the premises uncomfortably cold. This situation significantly hampers my ability to comfortably reside in the property. According to the Philadelphia Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant Act, it is the landlord's duty to ensure that the supplied heating system is adequate to maintain a habitable living space. Consequently, I respectfully request that you promptly address this matter by either repairing or replacing the current heating system. In light of the urgency and seriousness of the matter, I expect to see a timely resolution. Failure to address this issue promptly may leave me with no option but to exercise my rights, seek legal remedies, or involve relevant authorities to rectify the situation. I trust that you will treat this matter with the utmost importance and address the issue promptly. I look forward to your prompt response and a satisfactory resolution to this matter. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number]
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.