This is a form from a Tenant to Landlord in response to Landlord's threat to evict Tenant from the premises. Tenant is contending that Landlord's threat to evict is retaliatory in nature and was done so in response to Tenant's actions as specified in the form. This form complies with state Housing Laws.
[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 to Cease Retaliatory Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of significant concern regarding the current situation of my tenancy at [Rental Property Address] in Mesquite, Texas. The purpose of this letter is to notify you about the alleged retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction, which I believe are in violation of my rights as a tenant. Firstly, I would like to remind you of my responsibilities as a tenant. I have always fulfilled my obligations outlined in the lease agreement, including paying rent on time, maintaining the property in good condition, and respecting all the terms and conditions specified in the lease. However, I have recently become aware of your repeated threats to evict me, which appear to be retaliatory in nature. These threats have occurred shortly after I expressed legitimate concerns and requested repairs or improvements to the rented property. It is both disheartening and distressing to feel targeted and intimidated for exercising my rights as a tenant. I would like to bring to your attention that retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction are strictly prohibited under Texas law. According to the Texas Property Code, Section 92.331, a landlord is prohibited from retaliating against a tenant by terminating the lease agreement, increasing rent, decreasing services, or taking any other retaliatory action for exercising their rights as specified in the Texas Property Code. If the alleged retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction continue, I would have no choice but to take legal action to protect my rights as a tenant. I trust that you value our professional relationship and will understand the gravity of this matter. Therefore, I am kindly requesting that you immediately cease and desist any further retaliatory threats to evict or take retaliatory actions against me. I expect to be able to continue my tenancy without fear or intimidation, as guaranteed under the law. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter within [number of days, generally 7-10 days] to confirm your understanding and commitment to comply with the law. Failure to do so may result in legal consequences for violating my rights as a tenant. I trust that this matter can be resolved amicably and that we can maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship moving forward. Thank you for your prompt attention to this serious 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.
