This notice regarding Retaliatory Rent Increase, complies with state housing laws and informs Landlord that it is unlawful for a landlord to discriminatorily increase a tenant's rent or decrease services to a tenant, or to bring or threaten to bring an action for possession or other civil action, primarily because the landlord is retaliating against the tenant.
Subject: Urgent Notice to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase — Vancouver, Washington Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring to your attention an issue that requires immediate attention — the recent retaliatory rent increase that has been applied to my tenancy. This notice serves as a formal request to withdraw the said rent increase, which I believe to be a direct response to the exercise of my rights as a tenant. First and foremost, I would like to express my gratitude for providing me with a comfortable living space at [address of the rental property]. Over the course of my tenancy, I have strived to be a responsible and respectful tenant, adhering to the terms and conditions set forth in the lease agreement. As you are well aware, Washington state law provides tenants with certain rights and protections. It is my belief that the recent rent increase is in violation of these rights. According to RCW 59.18.240(8), landlords are prohibited from increasing rent in a retaliatory manner when tenants have exercised their rights, such as filing a complaint with governmental authorities or joining a tenants' union to address legitimate concerns related to the property. After careful consideration and consultation with legal professionals, I have determined that the rent increase I received on [date of rent increase] directly corresponds with my recent actions, which include: 1. Expressing sincere concerns regarding the maintenance and repairs required within the rental unit, as outlined in the attached correspondence dated [date of issuing complaint]. 2. Participating in lawful activities to organize and advocate for the rights of tenants residing in properties managed by your company. The recent rent increase, following closely after the above actions, strongly suggests a retaliatory nature, which is disconcerting and against the spirit of the law. I firmly believe that such conduct undermines the mutual respect and cooperation necessary for a healthy tenant-landlord relationship. In light of these circumstances, I kindly request that you withdraw the retaliatory rent increase without any further delay. I trust that you will honor this request and rectify the situation promptly, as I genuinely value our landlord-tenant relationship and wish to continue residing in this property under fair terms. Please acknowledge the receipt of this letter within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 3 business days] and provide a written response indicating your intention to withdraw the retaliatory rent increase. Failure to do so will leave me with no choice but to consider further legal actions, as provided for by applicable laws and regulations. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I remain hopeful that we can swiftly address this issue and maintain a positive and productive tenancy. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Tenant Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Tenant Phone Number] [Tenant Email Address] --- Different types of Vancouver Washington Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to withdraw retaliatory rent increase might include: 1. Formal Vancouver Washington Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Retaliatory Rent Increase 2. Urgent Vancouver Washington Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase 3. Legal Vancouver Washington Letter from Tenant to Landlord citing RCW 59.18.240(8) 4. Vancouver Washington Tenant Letter requesting Rectification of Retaliatory Rent Increase.Subject: Urgent Notice to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase — Vancouver, Washington Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring to your attention an issue that requires immediate attention — the recent retaliatory rent increase that has been applied to my tenancy. This notice serves as a formal request to withdraw the said rent increase, which I believe to be a direct response to the exercise of my rights as a tenant. First and foremost, I would like to express my gratitude for providing me with a comfortable living space at [address of the rental property]. Over the course of my tenancy, I have strived to be a responsible and respectful tenant, adhering to the terms and conditions set forth in the lease agreement. As you are well aware, Washington state law provides tenants with certain rights and protections. It is my belief that the recent rent increase is in violation of these rights. According to RCW 59.18.240(8), landlords are prohibited from increasing rent in a retaliatory manner when tenants have exercised their rights, such as filing a complaint with governmental authorities or joining a tenants' union to address legitimate concerns related to the property. After careful consideration and consultation with legal professionals, I have determined that the rent increase I received on [date of rent increase] directly corresponds with my recent actions, which include: 1. Expressing sincere concerns regarding the maintenance and repairs required within the rental unit, as outlined in the attached correspondence dated [date of issuing complaint]. 2. Participating in lawful activities to organize and advocate for the rights of tenants residing in properties managed by your company. The recent rent increase, following closely after the above actions, strongly suggests a retaliatory nature, which is disconcerting and against the spirit of the law. I firmly believe that such conduct undermines the mutual respect and cooperation necessary for a healthy tenant-landlord relationship. In light of these circumstances, I kindly request that you withdraw the retaliatory rent increase without any further delay. I trust that you will honor this request and rectify the situation promptly, as I genuinely value our landlord-tenant relationship and wish to continue residing in this property under fair terms. Please acknowledge the receipt of this letter within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 3 business days] and provide a written response indicating your intention to withdraw the retaliatory rent increase. Failure to do so will leave me with no choice but to consider further legal actions, as provided for by applicable laws and regulations. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I remain hopeful that we can swiftly address this issue and maintain a positive and productive tenancy. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Tenant Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Tenant Phone Number] [Tenant Email Address] --- Different types of Vancouver Washington Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to withdraw retaliatory rent increase might include: 1. Formal Vancouver Washington Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Retaliatory Rent Increase 2. Urgent Vancouver Washington Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase 3. Legal Vancouver Washington Letter from Tenant to Landlord citing RCW 59.18.240(8) 4. Vancouver Washington Tenant Letter requesting Rectification of Retaliatory Rent Increase.
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.
