This is a letter from Tenant to Landlord in which Tenant claims that Landlord's failure to abide by the continuing requirements of the Lease Agreement by denying Tenant certain services is retaliation for some action initiated by Tenant. This letter provides notice to Landlord that such retaliatory action is in breach of the lease agreement and may constitute a further violation of the law.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Subject: Notice to Cease Retaliatory Decrease in Services Dear [Landlord's Name], I am writing to formally notify you of the retaliatory decrease in services that I have experienced as a tenant of [property address] in Tacoma, Washington. As my landlord, it is your legal duty to provide and maintain essential services stipulated in the lease agreement. It has come to my attention that there have been significant reductions in services that were available to me when I initially signed the lease agreement. These value-reducing changes have impinged upon my rights as a tenant. I find it necessary to assert my rights and demand that these cuts be ceased immediately. The following is a comprehensive list of the services that have been decreased without reasonable cause: 1. ["Service 1"]: Describe the first service that has been significantly reduced or ceased. Elaborate on how this service affects your quality of life as a tenant. 2. ["Service 2"]: Explain the second service that has been diminished or discontinued. Highlight its importance and the impact it has on your peaceful enjoyment of the property. 3. ["Service 3"]: Clearly state the third service that has undergone a detrimental reduction. Clarify the negative consequences this reduction has caused for your tenancy. These reductions in services are undoubtedly retaliatory in nature, as they directly coincide with [state the incident, if any, that led to the landlord's actions]. It is crucial to note that retaliatory acts by a landlord are illegal under the Tacoma City Code [cite the relevant law or code section if applicable]. As a tenant, I expect and demand that my rights are upheld. To rectify this situation promptly, I kindly request the following actions to be taken: 1. Immediately restore the services to their previous level, as agreed upon in the lease agreement. 2. Provide written assurance of your commitment to maintaining all the services specified in the lease agreement. 3. Cease any further retaliatory actions against me as a tenant. Please consider this letter as formal notice to address these concerns within [state a reasonable timeframe, such as 14 days] from the date of receipt. Failure to comply with this demand may leave me with no choice but to pursue legal remedies available to me. This includes filing a complaint with the Tacoma Rental Housing Code Enforcement Division or seeking appropriate legal counsel. I firmly believe that amicable resolution is possible, and it is in both our interests to rectify this matter swiftly. I highly value the peaceful and cooperative landlord-tenant relationship we have had thus far, and I hope we can resolve this issue promptly and professionally. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response. 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 Decrease in Services Dear [Landlord's Name], I am writing to formally notify you of the retaliatory decrease in services that I have experienced as a tenant of [property address] in Tacoma, Washington. As my landlord, it is your legal duty to provide and maintain essential services stipulated in the lease agreement. It has come to my attention that there have been significant reductions in services that were available to me when I initially signed the lease agreement. These value-reducing changes have impinged upon my rights as a tenant. I find it necessary to assert my rights and demand that these cuts be ceased immediately. The following is a comprehensive list of the services that have been decreased without reasonable cause: 1. ["Service 1"]: Describe the first service that has been significantly reduced or ceased. Elaborate on how this service affects your quality of life as a tenant. 2. ["Service 2"]: Explain the second service that has been diminished or discontinued. Highlight its importance and the impact it has on your peaceful enjoyment of the property. 3. ["Service 3"]: Clearly state the third service that has undergone a detrimental reduction. Clarify the negative consequences this reduction has caused for your tenancy. These reductions in services are undoubtedly retaliatory in nature, as they directly coincide with [state the incident, if any, that led to the landlord's actions]. It is crucial to note that retaliatory acts by a landlord are illegal under the Tacoma City Code [cite the relevant law or code section if applicable]. As a tenant, I expect and demand that my rights are upheld. To rectify this situation promptly, I kindly request the following actions to be taken: 1. Immediately restore the services to their previous level, as agreed upon in the lease agreement. 2. Provide written assurance of your commitment to maintaining all the services specified in the lease agreement. 3. Cease any further retaliatory actions against me as a tenant. Please consider this letter as formal notice to address these concerns within [state a reasonable timeframe, such as 14 days] from the date of receipt. Failure to comply with this demand may leave me with no choice but to pursue legal remedies available to me. This includes filing a complaint with the Tacoma Rental Housing Code Enforcement Division or seeking appropriate legal counsel. I firmly believe that amicable resolution is possible, and it is in both our interests to rectify this matter swiftly. I highly value the peaceful and cooperative landlord-tenant relationship we have had thus far, and I hope we can resolve this issue promptly and professionally. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response. 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.
