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] [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 in good health and spirits. I am writing to express my concerns regarding the recent interactions between us and to bring to your attention the issue of retaliatory threats to evict or a potential retaliatory eviction. As a tenant residing at [Your Address] in Wichita Falls, Texas, I am aware of my rights as outlined in the Texas Property Code and the lease agreement signed between us. It has come to my attention that there have been instances where you have made threats to evict me or implied that actions will be taken against me in response to my rightful exercise of tenant rights or legitimate complaints regarding the property's condition. I would like to remind you that retaliatory threats or actions against a tenant for reasons such as asserting rights, communicating grievances, organizing fellow tenants, or reporting code violations are strictly prohibited by the law. As a responsible tenant, I have fulfilled all my obligations under the lease agreement, paid rent on time, and maintained the property in good condition. I request that you immediately cease any further retaliatory threats against me. It is essential that we foster a professional and mutually respectful relationship in accordance with the law and the terms of our lease agreement. Please be advised that retaliatory eviction is also unlawful under Texas law. Should I experience any further attempts to unlawfully evict me or any unreasonable interference with my quiet enjoyment of the property, I will have no choice but to seek legal recourse to protect my rights as a tenant. I hope it doesn't come to that, and we can resolve this matter amicably. I kindly urge you to reconsider your actions and respect my tenant rights as provided for by law. It is vital that we maintain a healthy and respectful landlord-tenant relationship moving forward. I believe that by open communication and addressing any concerns promptly, we can prevent any further escalation of this matter. I would appreciate a written response within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 7 days] confirming your commitment to cease all retaliatory threats and ensure my tenancy is free from any unlawful retaliatory actions. Furthermore, I trust that we can resolve this situation positively and continue our landlord-tenant relationship in a fair and respectful manner. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Sincerely, [Your Name][Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [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 in good health and spirits. I am writing to express my concerns regarding the recent interactions between us and to bring to your attention the issue of retaliatory threats to evict or a potential retaliatory eviction. As a tenant residing at [Your Address] in Wichita Falls, Texas, I am aware of my rights as outlined in the Texas Property Code and the lease agreement signed between us. It has come to my attention that there have been instances where you have made threats to evict me or implied that actions will be taken against me in response to my rightful exercise of tenant rights or legitimate complaints regarding the property's condition. I would like to remind you that retaliatory threats or actions against a tenant for reasons such as asserting rights, communicating grievances, organizing fellow tenants, or reporting code violations are strictly prohibited by the law. As a responsible tenant, I have fulfilled all my obligations under the lease agreement, paid rent on time, and maintained the property in good condition. I request that you immediately cease any further retaliatory threats against me. It is essential that we foster a professional and mutually respectful relationship in accordance with the law and the terms of our lease agreement. Please be advised that retaliatory eviction is also unlawful under Texas law. Should I experience any further attempts to unlawfully evict me or any unreasonable interference with my quiet enjoyment of the property, I will have no choice but to seek legal recourse to protect my rights as a tenant. I hope it doesn't come to that, and we can resolve this matter amicably. I kindly urge you to reconsider your actions and respect my tenant rights as provided for by law. It is vital that we maintain a healthy and respectful landlord-tenant relationship moving forward. I believe that by open communication and addressing any concerns promptly, we can prevent any further escalation of this matter. I would appreciate a written response within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 7 days] confirming your commitment to cease all retaliatory threats and ensure my tenancy is free from any unlawful retaliatory actions. Furthermore, I trust that we can resolve this situation positively and continue our landlord-tenant relationship in a fair and respectful manner. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to hearing from you soon. 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.
