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.
Subject: Urgent Notice for Withdrawal of Retaliatory Rent Increase — Philadelphia PA Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring an urgent matter to your attention regarding the recent rent increase that has been imposed on my tenancy at [Address of Rental Property] in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Firstly, as your valued tenant, I would like to express my gratitude for providing a safe and comfortable living space throughout my time here. Our landlord-tenant relationship has been mutually beneficial, and I believe in addressing concerns openly and amicably. However, I strongly believe that the recent rent increase is not justified under our current circumstances. It has come to my attention that the rent increase, implemented on [Date], is a retaliatory measure taken in response to my legitimate actions aimed at addressing maintenance issues and asserting my rights as a tenant. According to the Tenant Protection Act of Philadelphia, retaliatory actions, including rent increases, are strictly prohibited under Section 9-2603. I have complied with my obligations as a responsible tenant by promptly notifying you of necessary repairs and maintenance requests on multiple occasions. I have also respected all rental agreements and met my financial obligations diligently. Therefore, I request you to withdraw the retaliatory rent increase immediately as per the provisions of the law. In the event that you fail to address this issue within [reasonable time period, e.g., 10 business days] as specified by the law, I am prepared to take appropriate legal actions to protect my rights as a tenant. I sincerely hope it does not come to that, as I believe in maintaining a harmonious relationship based on open communication and respect. I kindly ask you to reconsider this rent increase, acknowledging that it goes against the spirit of maintaining a fair and mutually respected tenancy. By ensuring a prompt withdrawal of the retaliatory rent increase, we can continue our positive landlord-tenant relationship and foster an environment that benefits both parties involved. I appreciate your understanding and cooperation in addressing this matter at the earliest convenience. If you wish to discuss further or require any additional information, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. I can be contacted at [Phone Number] or [Email Address]. Thank you for your attention to this important matter. Sincerely, [Tenant's Name] [Address of Rental Property] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Keywords: Philadelphia Pennsylvania, tenant, landlord, rent increase, notice, withdrawal, retaliatory, Tenant Protection Act, maintenance issues, tenant's rights, legal actions, open communication, mutual respect, positive relationship]
Subject: Urgent Notice for Withdrawal of Retaliatory Rent Increase — Philadelphia PA Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring an urgent matter to your attention regarding the recent rent increase that has been imposed on my tenancy at [Address of Rental Property] in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Firstly, as your valued tenant, I would like to express my gratitude for providing a safe and comfortable living space throughout my time here. Our landlord-tenant relationship has been mutually beneficial, and I believe in addressing concerns openly and amicably. However, I strongly believe that the recent rent increase is not justified under our current circumstances. It has come to my attention that the rent increase, implemented on [Date], is a retaliatory measure taken in response to my legitimate actions aimed at addressing maintenance issues and asserting my rights as a tenant. According to the Tenant Protection Act of Philadelphia, retaliatory actions, including rent increases, are strictly prohibited under Section 9-2603. I have complied with my obligations as a responsible tenant by promptly notifying you of necessary repairs and maintenance requests on multiple occasions. I have also respected all rental agreements and met my financial obligations diligently. Therefore, I request you to withdraw the retaliatory rent increase immediately as per the provisions of the law. In the event that you fail to address this issue within [reasonable time period, e.g., 10 business days] as specified by the law, I am prepared to take appropriate legal actions to protect my rights as a tenant. I sincerely hope it does not come to that, as I believe in maintaining a harmonious relationship based on open communication and respect. I kindly ask you to reconsider this rent increase, acknowledging that it goes against the spirit of maintaining a fair and mutually respected tenancy. By ensuring a prompt withdrawal of the retaliatory rent increase, we can continue our positive landlord-tenant relationship and foster an environment that benefits both parties involved. I appreciate your understanding and cooperation in addressing this matter at the earliest convenience. If you wish to discuss further or require any additional information, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. I can be contacted at [Phone Number] or [Email Address]. Thank you for your attention to this important matter. Sincerely, [Tenant's Name] [Address of Rental Property] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Keywords: Philadelphia Pennsylvania, tenant, landlord, rent increase, notice, withdrawal, retaliatory, Tenant Protection Act, maintenance issues, tenant's rights, legal actions, open communication, mutual respect, positive relationship]
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For your convenience, the complete English version of this form is attached below the Spanish version.