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 Repairs Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention the current condition of the rental property located at [Address of the Premises] in Vancouver, Washington, which is in violation of applicable laws and regulations. As your tenant, I am obligated to inform you that the premises are uninhabitable due to [state the specific issue(s) of uninhabitability — e.g., water leakage, mold growth, broken windows, defective electrical wiring, etc.]. According to the Washington State Residential Landlord-Tenant Act (RCW 59.18), it is the landlord's legal responsibility to provide and maintain habitable premises throughout the duration of the tenancy. The present condition of the property significantly interferes with my right to enjoy the premises in a safe, healthy, and livable manner. The following are specific examples of the conditions that render the premises uninhabitable: 1. Issue 1: [Provide a detailed description of the first issue, including its effects on the habitability of the rental unit. Use relevant keywords such as "Vancouver Washington," "uninhabitable premises," "violation of law," and "demand immediate repair."] 2. Issue 2: [Describe the second issue affecting habitability, using relevant keywords.] 3. Issue 3: [Describe any additional issues affecting habitability, as necessary, using relevant keywords.] Please be aware that as a tenant, I have taken steps to mitigate the damages caused by these issues to the best of my abilities [Include any actions you have taken, such as temporary fixes or hiring professionals to assess the problems]. In order to ensure my right to a habitable living environment and to comply with the law, I respectfully request and demand that you take immediate action to remedy the aforementioned issues. I kindly ask that all necessary repairs be completed within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 14 days] from the receipt of this notice. Failure to address these issues in a timely manner may prompt me to exercise my rights under the RCW 59.18, including but not limited to the following: 1. Terminating the tenancy without further liability for rent payments. 2. Making repairs myself and deducting the cost from future rent payments. 3. Pursuing legal remedies for breach of the implied warranty of habitability. I trust that you will understand the urgency of this matter and promptly take appropriate action to rectify the uninhabitable conditions. Please provide written acknowledgement of this notice and your proposed plan for resolving the issues within [specify a reasonable timeframe, e.g., 3 business days] of receiving this letter. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I look forward to resolving these concerns and maintaining a positive landlord-tenant relationship. 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 Repairs Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention the current condition of the rental property located at [Address of the Premises] in Vancouver, Washington, which is in violation of applicable laws and regulations. As your tenant, I am obligated to inform you that the premises are uninhabitable due to [state the specific issue(s) of uninhabitability — e.g., water leakage, mold growth, broken windows, defective electrical wiring, etc.]. According to the Washington State Residential Landlord-Tenant Act (RCW 59.18), it is the landlord's legal responsibility to provide and maintain habitable premises throughout the duration of the tenancy. The present condition of the property significantly interferes with my right to enjoy the premises in a safe, healthy, and livable manner. The following are specific examples of the conditions that render the premises uninhabitable: 1. Issue 1: [Provide a detailed description of the first issue, including its effects on the habitability of the rental unit. Use relevant keywords such as "Vancouver Washington," "uninhabitable premises," "violation of law," and "demand immediate repair."] 2. Issue 2: [Describe the second issue affecting habitability, using relevant keywords.] 3. Issue 3: [Describe any additional issues affecting habitability, as necessary, using relevant keywords.] Please be aware that as a tenant, I have taken steps to mitigate the damages caused by these issues to the best of my abilities [Include any actions you have taken, such as temporary fixes or hiring professionals to assess the problems]. In order to ensure my right to a habitable living environment and to comply with the law, I respectfully request and demand that you take immediate action to remedy the aforementioned issues. I kindly ask that all necessary repairs be completed within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 14 days] from the receipt of this notice. Failure to address these issues in a timely manner may prompt me to exercise my rights under the RCW 59.18, including but not limited to the following: 1. Terminating the tenancy without further liability for rent payments. 2. Making repairs myself and deducting the cost from future rent payments. 3. Pursuing legal remedies for breach of the implied warranty of habitability. I trust that you will understand the urgency of this matter and promptly take appropriate action to rectify the uninhabitable conditions. Please provide written acknowledgement of this notice and your proposed plan for resolving the issues within [specify a reasonable timeframe, e.g., 3 business days] of receiving this letter. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I look forward to resolving these concerns and maintaining a positive landlord-tenant relationship. 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.
