North Charleston South Carolina Carta del Inquilino al Propietario que contiene Aviso de que las instalaciones son inhabitables en violación de la ley y exigen reparación inmediata - South Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice that premises in uninhabitable in violation of law and demand immediate repair

• Category: South Carolina Propietario Inquilino - Avisos y cartas - Reparaciones - Alaska
• State: South Carolina
• City: North Charleston
• Control #: SC-1002LT
• Format: Word

Description

This form is used by a tenant to notify the landlord that the leased premises are untenantable and uninhabitable. Through this form, the tenant makes a demand for repair of the premises. If repairs are not made by the landlord, the tenant may have the right to terminate the lease or abate rent. [Your Name] [Your Current Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice of Uninhabitable Premises and Demand for Immediate Repair Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to inform you of the current state of my leased premises, [Address of Rental Property], in North Charleston, South Carolina. Regrettably, I have recently discovered numerous issues that render the property uninhabitable and, furthermore, violate state and local housing regulations. I kindly request that you address these repairs promptly within a reasonable timeframe specified below. To facilitate the process, I have meticulously documented all the observed defects and unsafe conditions within the rental unit. To ensure clarity and accuracy, each issue is described in detail below, along with the corresponding section of the applicable law or regulation that it violates: 1. [Issue #1] — [Description of the first issue] Violates [Relevant Law/Regulation] — [Associated Section/Subsection] 2. [Issue #2] — [Description of the second issue] Violates [Relevant Law/Regulation] — [Associated Section/Subsection] 3. [Issue #3] — [Description of the third issue] Violates [Relevant Law/Regulation] — [Associated Section/Subsection] It is important to note that North Charleston, South Carolina, specifically enforces regulations outlined in the South Carolina Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40). As such, the aforementioned issues fundamentally breach our lease agreement terms and violate my rights as a tenant. I kindly request immediate attention to these matters to ensure a safe and habitable dwelling as mandated by law. I hereby demand that all necessary repairs, replacements, and renovations be carried out promptly and diligently. It is my expectation that the repairs will commence within [reasonable timeframe — usually 7 to 14 days] from the date of this notice. In compliance with Section [specific section number] of the South Carolina Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, I expect to receive a written response within [reasonable timeframe — usually 7 days] of your receipt of this letter. Your response should outline the specific actions you intend to take and the estimated timeline for completion. If necessary, I am prepared to exercise all rights and remedies available under the law to secure a safe and habitable living environment. Please be aware that all communication regarding this matter should be in writing, and I will retain copies of all correspondence for future reference or legal proceedings, if required. Lastly, for any emergency repairs that directly impact my well-being or the property's habitability, I kindly request you provide me with appropriate alternative accommodation until the repairs are complete. According to Section [specific section number] of the South Carolina Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, I am entitled to secure this accommodation at your expense until I can return to the leased premises in a habitable condition. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I trust that we can resolve these issues amicably and promptly. Please contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address] to discuss the necessary repairs or to arrange a convenient time for an inspection of the property. I look forward to a swift resolution. Sincerely, [Your Name]

[Your Name] [Your Current Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice of Uninhabitable Premises and Demand for Immediate Repair Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to inform you of the current state of my leased premises, [Address of Rental Property], in North Charleston, South Carolina. Regrettably, I have recently discovered numerous issues that render the property uninhabitable and, furthermore, violate state and local housing regulations. I kindly request that you address these repairs promptly within a reasonable timeframe specified below. To facilitate the process, I have meticulously documented all the observed defects and unsafe conditions within the rental unit. To ensure clarity and accuracy, each issue is described in detail below, along with the corresponding section of the applicable law or regulation that it violates: 1. [Issue #1] — [Description of the first issue] Violates [Relevant Law/Regulation] — [Associated Section/Subsection] 2. [Issue #2] — [Description of the second issue] Violates [Relevant Law/Regulation] — [Associated Section/Subsection] 3. [Issue #3] — [Description of the third issue] Violates [Relevant Law/Regulation] — [Associated Section/Subsection] It is important to note that North Charleston, South Carolina, specifically enforces regulations outlined in the South Carolina Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (S.C. Code Ann. § 27-40). As such, the aforementioned issues fundamentally breach our lease agreement terms and violate my rights as a tenant. I kindly request immediate attention to these matters to ensure a safe and habitable dwelling as mandated by law. I hereby demand that all necessary repairs, replacements, and renovations be carried out promptly and diligently. It is my expectation that the repairs will commence within [reasonable timeframe — usually 7 to 14 days] from the date of this notice. In compliance with Section [specific section number] of the South Carolina Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, I expect to receive a written response within [reasonable timeframe — usually 7 days] of your receipt of this letter. Your response should outline the specific actions you intend to take and the estimated timeline for completion. If necessary, I am prepared to exercise all rights and remedies available under the law to secure a safe and habitable living environment. Please be aware that all communication regarding this matter should be in writing, and I will retain copies of all correspondence for future reference or legal proceedings, if required. Lastly, for any emergency repairs that directly impact my well-being or the property's habitability, I kindly request you provide me with appropriate alternative accommodation until the repairs are complete. According to Section [specific section number] of the South Carolina Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, I am entitled to secure this accommodation at your expense until I can return to the leased premises in a habitable condition. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I trust that we can resolve these issues amicably and promptly. Please contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address] to discuss the necessary repairs or to arrange a convenient time for an inspection of the property. I look forward to a swift resolution. Sincerely, [Your Name]

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