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] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Notice of Broken, Unsafe, or Inadequate Heater and Demand for Immediate Remedy Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a pressing issue regarding the heater in my rental unit located at [your address]. It has come to my attention that the heater is broken, unsafe, and/or inadequate, thus compromising my welfare and comfort during winter. As outlined in our lease agreement, it is your responsibility as the landlord to provide and maintain a habitable living environment, which encompasses maintaining functional and safe heating systems. However, the current condition of the heater poses several concerns that require immediate attention and remedy. Firstly, [describe the specific issues with the heater comprehensively]. These malfunctions present a significant risk to my safety and well-being, especially considering the colder weather conditions we are experiencing in North Charleston, South Carolina. It is crucial that heating systems remain fully functional to prevent health-related issues caused by extreme temperatures. Furthermore, the inadequacy of the heater drastically affects my daily life and comfort within the premises. The inability to maintain a suitable temperature not only makes it unbearable to reside in the unit but also impedes my ability to carry out basic activities such as sleeping, studying, and other necessary functions. It is vital to resolve this matter promptly to restore an acceptable level of living conditions to the premises. In light of the urgent nature and severity of this issue, I hereby request your immediate attention to remedy the broken, unsafe, or inadequate heating system in my rental unit. I kindly ask that you address this issue within [a reasonable and specific time frame, e.g., three business days] from the date of this letter. Please document your actions taken regarding this matter and inform me accordingly to ensure effective and timely communication. In the event that this matter is not addressed promptly and appropriately, I may seek legal recourse to enforce my rights as a tenant under the South Carolina Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. I am hopeful that it will not come to that and that together, we can resolve this matter swiftly, maintaining our positive landlord-tenant relationship. Please acknowledge receipt of this notice by signing and returning the enclosed copy of this letter within [a reasonable time frame, e.g., three business days] or by contacting me via phone or email. I appreciate your attention to this matter and anticipate a prompt resolution. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Sincerely, [Your Name]
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Notice of Broken, Unsafe, or Inadequate Heater and Demand for Immediate Remedy Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a pressing issue regarding the heater in my rental unit located at [your address]. It has come to my attention that the heater is broken, unsafe, and/or inadequate, thus compromising my welfare and comfort during winter. As outlined in our lease agreement, it is your responsibility as the landlord to provide and maintain a habitable living environment, which encompasses maintaining functional and safe heating systems. However, the current condition of the heater poses several concerns that require immediate attention and remedy. Firstly, [describe the specific issues with the heater comprehensively]. These malfunctions present a significant risk to my safety and well-being, especially considering the colder weather conditions we are experiencing in North Charleston, South Carolina. It is crucial that heating systems remain fully functional to prevent health-related issues caused by extreme temperatures. Furthermore, the inadequacy of the heater drastically affects my daily life and comfort within the premises. The inability to maintain a suitable temperature not only makes it unbearable to reside in the unit but also impedes my ability to carry out basic activities such as sleeping, studying, and other necessary functions. It is vital to resolve this matter promptly to restore an acceptable level of living conditions to the premises. In light of the urgent nature and severity of this issue, I hereby request your immediate attention to remedy the broken, unsafe, or inadequate heating system in my rental unit. I kindly ask that you address this issue within [a reasonable and specific time frame, e.g., three business days] from the date of this letter. Please document your actions taken regarding this matter and inform me accordingly to ensure effective and timely communication. In the event that this matter is not addressed promptly and appropriately, I may seek legal recourse to enforce my rights as a tenant under the South Carolina Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. I am hopeful that it will not come to that and that together, we can resolve this matter swiftly, maintaining our positive landlord-tenant relationship. Please acknowledge receipt of this notice by signing and returning the enclosed copy of this letter within [a reasonable time frame, e.g., three business days] or by contacting me via phone or email. I appreciate your attention to this matter and anticipate a prompt resolution. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. 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.