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.
Title: Nashville, Tennessee Tenant's Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase Keywords: Nashville, Tennessee, tenant, landlord, notice, withdraw, retaliatory rent increase, letter Introduction: Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to bring to your attention my concerns regarding the recent rent increase that was implemented. According to Tennessee law and the terms of my lease agreement, I believe this rent increase to be retaliatory in nature. This letter serves as my formal notice to request the immediate withdrawal of this rent increase, as it violates my legal rights as a tenant. 1. Tennessee State Law: Nashville, Tennessee is governed by specific laws that protect tenants from retaliatory actions taken by landlords. According to Tennessee Code Annotated § 66-28-502, a landlord cannot increase the rent or decrease services within 90 days of the tenant reporting a code violation or exercise of legal rights. 2. Retaliatory Rent Increase Definition: A retaliatory rent increase is one that is imposed by the landlord as a direct response to the tenant's exercise of their legal rights, such as reporting property maintenance issues, joining a tenants' association, or filing a complaint with a regulatory authority. 3. Lease Agreement: As stated in our signed lease agreement (please find a copy enclosed), there is no provision that allows for a rent increase during the lease term, unless both parties mutually agree to modify the terms. I believe this increase violates the terms of our agreement. 4. Tenant's Rights: As a tenant, I have exercised my rights by reporting and requesting repairs due to several maintenance issues within the rental unit. My requests were made in compliance with the terms of the lease agreement and Tennessee law, and it is my understanding that my reporting should not result in any negative consequences such as a retaliatory rent increase. 5. Request for Withdrawal: I kindly request the immediate withdrawal of the retaliatory rent increase. I trust that you genuinely want to maintain a fair and harmonious landlord-tenant relationship and correct this situation promptly. 6. Alternative Resolution: Instead of proceeding with the rent increase, I propose that we discuss finding mutually acceptable resolutions to address any concerns you may have regarding the property or lease terms. Open communication and fair negotiation can help strengthen our professional relationship and maintain a positive living environment for both parties involved. Conclusion: I trust that you will take this matter seriously and respond accordingly. Please provide a written acknowledgement of this notice to confirm that the retaliatory rent increase has been withdrawn and that we can resume our tenancy under the original lease terms. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to resolving this issue swiftly and amicably. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code]
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