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 Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [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 notify you that the premises I currently rent at [Rental Address] in San Antonio, Texas, are currently uninhabitable and in violation of the law. This letter serves as an official notice in regard to the aforementioned issues and requests immediate repair to rectify the problems. Firstly, I want to outline the particular issues that render the property uninhabitable in violation of the law. These issues include: 1. Keywords: Health and safety violations, hazardous conditions, failure to comply with building codes. — Health and Safety Violations: The property has some health and safety violations that pose a significant risk to my well-being. These violations include [providing specific examples such as mold, pest infestation, water leaks, electrical hazards, lack of working smoke detectors, etc.]. — Hazardous Conditions: The premises also present hazardous conditions and lack proper maintenance, which further contribute to its uninhabitable state. Some notable hazardous conditions include [listing specific examples like broken stairs, unstable flooring, faulty locks, etc.]. — Failure to Comply with Building Codes: The property fails to meet the mandated building code requirements issued by the relevant authorities in San Antonio, Texas. The violations include [Elaborate on specific examples that the property fails to meet, such as lack of proper ventilation, non-compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), etc.]. Additionally, as a tenant, it is my right to reside in a habitable dwelling under Texas State laws. According to the Texas Property Code Section 92.052, landlords are legally obliged to maintain rental premises in a livable condition throughout the duration of the tenancy agreement. Taking into account the aforementioned issues and the legal obligations outlined, I kindly request that you promptly address and rectify the following repairs to ensure the premises meet the standards of habitability: 1. [Specify repairs needed in detail, such as mold remediation, pest control, fixing water leaks, electrical repairs, installation of smoke detectors, repairing broken stairs, securing proper locks, etc.] I must insist that these repairs are carried out immediately. Failure to comply with this demand within a reasonable period, which should not exceed [state a specific reasonable time period], will leave me with no option but to initiate legal action and exercise my rights as a tenant under Texas law. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter within [state a specific period, typically 5-7 business days] and inform me of the proposed action plan to remedy the aforementioned issues. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I trust that you will promptly address these concerns and ensure the premises are brought up to a habitable condition as required by law. I will keep a record of all communication and further actions taken regarding this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name][Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [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 notify you that the premises I currently rent at [Rental Address] in San Antonio, Texas, are currently uninhabitable and in violation of the law. This letter serves as an official notice in regard to the aforementioned issues and requests immediate repair to rectify the problems. Firstly, I want to outline the particular issues that render the property uninhabitable in violation of the law. These issues include: 1. Keywords: Health and safety violations, hazardous conditions, failure to comply with building codes. — Health and Safety Violations: The property has some health and safety violations that pose a significant risk to my well-being. These violations include [providing specific examples such as mold, pest infestation, water leaks, electrical hazards, lack of working smoke detectors, etc.]. — Hazardous Conditions: The premises also present hazardous conditions and lack proper maintenance, which further contribute to its uninhabitable state. Some notable hazardous conditions include [listing specific examples like broken stairs, unstable flooring, faulty locks, etc.]. — Failure to Comply with Building Codes: The property fails to meet the mandated building code requirements issued by the relevant authorities in San Antonio, Texas. The violations include [Elaborate on specific examples that the property fails to meet, such as lack of proper ventilation, non-compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), etc.]. Additionally, as a tenant, it is my right to reside in a habitable dwelling under Texas State laws. According to the Texas Property Code Section 92.052, landlords are legally obliged to maintain rental premises in a livable condition throughout the duration of the tenancy agreement. Taking into account the aforementioned issues and the legal obligations outlined, I kindly request that you promptly address and rectify the following repairs to ensure the premises meet the standards of habitability: 1. [Specify repairs needed in detail, such as mold remediation, pest control, fixing water leaks, electrical repairs, installation of smoke detectors, repairing broken stairs, securing proper locks, etc.] I must insist that these repairs are carried out immediately. Failure to comply with this demand within a reasonable period, which should not exceed [state a specific reasonable time period], will leave me with no option but to initiate legal action and exercise my rights as a tenant under Texas law. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter within [state a specific period, typically 5-7 business days] and inform me of the proposed action plan to remedy the aforementioned issues. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I trust that you will promptly address these concerns and ensure the premises are brought up to a habitable condition as required by law. I will keep a record of all communication and further actions taken regarding this matter. 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.
