This form is used by a tenant to inform the landlord of a problem with the lease premises, specifically that the floors, stairways, railings are not in good repair. 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 repairs be made.
Title: Houston, Texas Letter from Tenant to Landlord with Demand for Repair of Floors, Stairs, or Railings I. Introduction: (a) Names and Contact Information: Begin the letter by stating your full name, address, and contact details. (b) Date of Letter: Indicate the date when the letter is being written. II. Salutation: (a) Address the landlord respectfully using their full name, followed by a comma. III. Opening Paragraph: (a) Mention the purpose of the letter: State that you are writing to bring attention to certain necessary repairs within the rental property. (b) Describe the property: Briefly mention the address of the rental property to ensure clarity. IV. Body of the Letter: 1. Safety and Habitability Concerns: (a) Floors: Start with any issues regarding the floors, such as cracked tiles, loose floorboards, or tripping hazards. — Keywords: damaged floors, cracked tiles, loose floorboards, tripping hazards. — Clearly explain why these issues pose a threat to safety and hinder your ability to comfortably occupy the premises. (b) Stairs: Detail any problems with the stairs, including broken or loose steps, damaged handrails, or unstable balusters. — Keywords: broken steps, loose steps, damaged handrails, unstable balusters. — Emphasize the potential dangers of using compromised stairs and the increased risk of accidents. © Railings: If applicable, state concerns about faulty or missing railings in common areas, balconies, or staircases. — Keywords: faulty railings, missing railings, unsafe common areas. — Explain how the lack of appropriate railings compromises safety and violates building codes. 2. Request for Immediate Repairs: (a) State the specific repairs needed: Clearly specify the repairs required for each issue mentioned in the previous section. — Keywords: repair floors, fix broken tiles, secure loose floorboards, replace damaged steps, stabilize loose steps, repair handrails, install missing railings. — Use precise language to make it clear what actions you expect the landlord to undertake. (b) Urge prompt action: Emphasize the urgency of the situation and request immediate repair action. — Keywords: urgent repairs, immediate attention, prompt action, expedite repairs. — Explain any potential risks to residents' safety and the property's habitability to justify the need for a quick response. 3. Reference Lease Agreement and Legal Responsibilities: (a) Lease Agreement: Mention that you have reviewed the lease agreement and that the repairs in question fall under the landlord's responsibilities. — Keywords: lease agreement, landlord responsibilities, tenant rights. — Quote relevant sections of the agreement that highlight the landlord's obligation to maintain a safe and habitable living environment. 4. Encourage Inspection/Communication: (a) Suggest an inspection: Offer the landlord an opportunity to assess the issues promptly and directly. — Keywords: property inspection, collaborate on repairs, on-site visit. — Request a suitable time for the landlord to inspect the specific areas of concern. (b) Request feedback within a defined timeframe: Set a timeframe for the landlord to respond to your letter and outline the consequences of inaction. — Keywords: timely response, deadline for repairs, legal action. — State that further action may be pursued if the repairs are not satisfactorily addressed within a reasonable timeframe. V. Closing: (a) Appreciation: Thank the landlord for their attention to the matter and express hope for a timely resolution. (b) Sincerely: Close the letter with a formal salutation such as "Sincerely" or "Best regards." © Signature: Sign your full name legibly. If there are different types of Houston Texas Letter from Tenant to Landlord with Demand that landlord repair floors, stairs or railings, specify them based on the specific issues faced by the tenant.Title: Houston, Texas Letter from Tenant to Landlord with Demand for Repair of Floors, Stairs, or Railings I. Introduction: (a) Names and Contact Information: Begin the letter by stating your full name, address, and contact details. (b) Date of Letter: Indicate the date when the letter is being written. II. Salutation: (a) Address the landlord respectfully using their full name, followed by a comma. III. Opening Paragraph: (a) Mention the purpose of the letter: State that you are writing to bring attention to certain necessary repairs within the rental property. (b) Describe the property: Briefly mention the address of the rental property to ensure clarity. IV. Body of the Letter: 1. Safety and Habitability Concerns: (a) Floors: Start with any issues regarding the floors, such as cracked tiles, loose floorboards, or tripping hazards. — Keywords: damaged floors, cracked tiles, loose floorboards, tripping hazards. — Clearly explain why these issues pose a threat to safety and hinder your ability to comfortably occupy the premises. (b) Stairs: Detail any problems with the stairs, including broken or loose steps, damaged handrails, or unstable balusters. — Keywords: broken steps, loose steps, damaged handrails, unstable balusters. — Emphasize the potential dangers of using compromised stairs and the increased risk of accidents. © Railings: If applicable, state concerns about faulty or missing railings in common areas, balconies, or staircases. — Keywords: faulty railings, missing railings, unsafe common areas. — Explain how the lack of appropriate railings compromises safety and violates building codes. 2. Request for Immediate Repairs: (a) State the specific repairs needed: Clearly specify the repairs required for each issue mentioned in the previous section. — Keywords: repair floors, fix broken tiles, secure loose floorboards, replace damaged steps, stabilize loose steps, repair handrails, install missing railings. — Use precise language to make it clear what actions you expect the landlord to undertake. (b) Urge prompt action: Emphasize the urgency of the situation and request immediate repair action. — Keywords: urgent repairs, immediate attention, prompt action, expedite repairs. — Explain any potential risks to residents' safety and the property's habitability to justify the need for a quick response. 3. Reference Lease Agreement and Legal Responsibilities: (a) Lease Agreement: Mention that you have reviewed the lease agreement and that the repairs in question fall under the landlord's responsibilities. — Keywords: lease agreement, landlord responsibilities, tenant rights. — Quote relevant sections of the agreement that highlight the landlord's obligation to maintain a safe and habitable living environment. 4. Encourage Inspection/Communication: (a) Suggest an inspection: Offer the landlord an opportunity to assess the issues promptly and directly. — Keywords: property inspection, collaborate on repairs, on-site visit. — Request a suitable time for the landlord to inspect the specific areas of concern. (b) Request feedback within a defined timeframe: Set a timeframe for the landlord to respond to your letter and outline the consequences of inaction. — Keywords: timely response, deadline for repairs, legal action. — State that further action may be pursued if the repairs are not satisfactorily addressed within a reasonable timeframe. V. Closing: (a) Appreciation: Thank the landlord for their attention to the matter and express hope for a timely resolution. (b) Sincerely: Close the letter with a formal salutation such as "Sincerely" or "Best regards." © Signature: Sign your full name legibly. If there are different types of Houston Texas Letter from Tenant to Landlord with Demand that landlord repair floors, stairs or railings, specify them based on the specific issues faced by the tenant.
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.
