This form is used by a tenant to inform the landlord of a problem with the lease premises, specifically failure of the heating system. 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 immediate repairs be made.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Notice of Broken, Unsafe, or Inadequate Heater and Demand for Immediate Remedy Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring to your attention a critical issue with the heating system in my rented unit located at [Your Address] in Salt Lake City, Utah. I regret to inform you that the heater is currently [broken/unsafe/inadequate], thereby jeopardizing the health, safety, and comfort of both myself and potentially other residents in the building. Description of Issue: [Provide a detailed description of the problem with the heater. For example: The heater is blowing cold air only. There has been a consistent lack of heat despite adjusting the thermostat, and it has been progressively worsening over the past week. This deficiency has directly impacted my living conditions, causing discomfort, potential health hazards, and making the unit uninhabitable during cold temperatures.] I urge you to consider this matter with utmost urgency, as the lack of a functioning heater not only violates my rights as a tenant but also poses serious health hazards during the colder months. Living in an inadequately heated space can lead to various illnesses, especially for vulnerable individuals such as infants, elderly, or individuals with pre-existing health issues. I kindly request that you take immediate action to remedy the heater situation. Please arrange for a licensed and qualified technician to promptly inspect and repair the heating system. I understand that the repair process might require some time, but I expect regular updates on the progress and a swift resolution to this problem. Furthermore, as stipulated by Utah law and my rights as a tenant, I request that you reimburse me for any expenses incurred due to the inadequate heating, such as purchasing supplementary heating equipment or increased utility bills resulting from using alternative heating sources. Finally, I kindly request that you notify all residents in the building regarding this issue and the necessary steps being taken to address it, ensuring transparency and peace of mind for everyone affected. Please respond to this letter within [reasonable timeframe, such as 48 hours] to confirm receipt and provide me with a proposed course of action to rectify the heating issue. Failure to respond promptly or address this matter adequately may result in further legal actions or formal complaints with the relevant authorities. I appreciate your immediate attention to this matter and trust in your commitment to maintaining a safe and habitable living environment for your tenants. Should you require any further information or if there are any associated costs that I may need to bear, please do not hesitate to contact me via the contact details provided above. Thank you for your prompt attention to this urgent matter. Sincerely, [Your Name][Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Notice of Broken, Unsafe, or Inadequate Heater and Demand for Immediate Remedy Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring to your attention a critical issue with the heating system in my rented unit located at [Your Address] in Salt Lake City, Utah. I regret to inform you that the heater is currently [broken/unsafe/inadequate], thereby jeopardizing the health, safety, and comfort of both myself and potentially other residents in the building. Description of Issue: [Provide a detailed description of the problem with the heater. For example: The heater is blowing cold air only. There has been a consistent lack of heat despite adjusting the thermostat, and it has been progressively worsening over the past week. This deficiency has directly impacted my living conditions, causing discomfort, potential health hazards, and making the unit uninhabitable during cold temperatures.] I urge you to consider this matter with utmost urgency, as the lack of a functioning heater not only violates my rights as a tenant but also poses serious health hazards during the colder months. Living in an inadequately heated space can lead to various illnesses, especially for vulnerable individuals such as infants, elderly, or individuals with pre-existing health issues. I kindly request that you take immediate action to remedy the heater situation. Please arrange for a licensed and qualified technician to promptly inspect and repair the heating system. I understand that the repair process might require some time, but I expect regular updates on the progress and a swift resolution to this problem. Furthermore, as stipulated by Utah law and my rights as a tenant, I request that you reimburse me for any expenses incurred due to the inadequate heating, such as purchasing supplementary heating equipment or increased utility bills resulting from using alternative heating sources. Finally, I kindly request that you notify all residents in the building regarding this issue and the necessary steps being taken to address it, ensuring transparency and peace of mind for everyone affected. Please respond to this letter within [reasonable timeframe, such as 48 hours] to confirm receipt and provide me with a proposed course of action to rectify the heating issue. Failure to respond promptly or address this matter adequately may result in further legal actions or formal complaints with the relevant authorities. I appreciate your immediate attention to this matter and trust in your commitment to maintaining a safe and habitable living environment for your tenants. Should you require any further information or if there are any associated costs that I may need to bear, please do not hesitate to contact me via the contact details provided above. Thank you for your prompt attention to this urgent 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.
