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 notify you, pursuant to the Arizona Landlord-Tenant Act and the terms of our lease agreement, that the premises I am occupying at [Address of the rented property] are uninhabitable due to violations of the law and require immediate repairs. As you may be aware, the law requires landlords to ensure that the rental property is in a habitable condition throughout the duration of the lease term. Unfortunately, the following conditions exist on the premises, rendering it uninhabitable: 1. [Describe the specific violations of the law and the corresponding condition of the premises. Use relevant keywords such as health hazards, safety concerns, violations of building codes, etc.] I have attached supporting photographs/documentation of the aforementioned violations for your reference. These violations directly contravene the Arizona Landlord-Tenant Act and pose a significant risk to my well-being, safety, and health. Moreover, the current state of the rental property breaches the implied warranty of habitability, which guarantees tenant the right to live in a safe and sanitary environment. Therefore, I kindly request that you take immediate action to rectify these violations. I expect you to address the issues listed above within [reasonable timeframe, typically 7 to 14 days] following the receipt of this letter. Should you fail to make the necessary repairs within the specified timeframe, I will have no choice but to exercise my rights under the Arizona Landlord-Tenant Act. In accordance with the law, the options available to me include: 1. Withholding rent until repairs are made. 2. Terminating the lease agreement without penalty and seeking alternative accommodations. 3. Pursuing legal action to recover any damages incurred as a result of the uninhabitable conditions. However, I believe that we can resolve this matter amicably and without resorting to such measures. I kindly request that you treat this issue with the urgency it deserves to ensure the well-being and compliance of the rental property with applicable laws. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter, and kindly provide a written response outlining your plan of action to address the violations and a projected timeline for completing the necessary repairs. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I trust that we can work together to resolve these concerns swiftly and maintain a good 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 notify you, pursuant to the Arizona Landlord-Tenant Act and the terms of our lease agreement, that the premises I am occupying at [Address of the rented property] are uninhabitable due to violations of the law and require immediate repairs. As you may be aware, the law requires landlords to ensure that the rental property is in a habitable condition throughout the duration of the lease term. Unfortunately, the following conditions exist on the premises, rendering it uninhabitable: 1. [Describe the specific violations of the law and the corresponding condition of the premises. Use relevant keywords such as health hazards, safety concerns, violations of building codes, etc.] I have attached supporting photographs/documentation of the aforementioned violations for your reference. These violations directly contravene the Arizona Landlord-Tenant Act and pose a significant risk to my well-being, safety, and health. Moreover, the current state of the rental property breaches the implied warranty of habitability, which guarantees tenant the right to live in a safe and sanitary environment. Therefore, I kindly request that you take immediate action to rectify these violations. I expect you to address the issues listed above within [reasonable timeframe, typically 7 to 14 days] following the receipt of this letter. Should you fail to make the necessary repairs within the specified timeframe, I will have no choice but to exercise my rights under the Arizona Landlord-Tenant Act. In accordance with the law, the options available to me include: 1. Withholding rent until repairs are made. 2. Terminating the lease agreement without penalty and seeking alternative accommodations. 3. Pursuing legal action to recover any damages incurred as a result of the uninhabitable conditions. However, I believe that we can resolve this matter amicably and without resorting to such measures. I kindly request that you treat this issue with the urgency it deserves to ensure the well-being and compliance of the rental property with applicable laws. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter, and kindly provide a written response outlining your plan of action to address the violations and a projected timeline for completing the necessary repairs. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I trust that we can work together to resolve these concerns swiftly and maintain a good landlord-tenant relationship. Sincerely, [Your Name]
