This is a form from a Tenant to Landlord in response to Landlord's threat to evict Tenant from the premises. Tenant is contending that Landlord's threat to evict is retaliatory in nature and was done so in response to Tenant's actions as specified in the form. This form complies with state Housing Laws.
[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 to Cease Retaliatory Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally notify you of the issues I have been experiencing as a tenant at [property address] in Maricopa, Arizona and to bring to your attention the retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory eviction, in violation of my rights as a tenant. Firstly, I want to acknowledge that I have always strived to be a responsible and respectful tenant. Throughout my tenancy, I have paid my rent on time, adhered to the terms of the lease agreement, and maintained the property in a clean and habitable condition. Despite my efforts, I have encountered several concerning incidents that have led me to believe that your recent actions are retaliatory in nature. In accordance with the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (A.R.S. § 33-1381), it is stated that a tenant has the right to be free from retaliatory conduct by the landlord. Retaliatory conduct includes threats of eviction or engaging in retaliatory eviction following the tenant's exercise of a legal right, such as reporting maintenance issues, requesting repairs, joining a tenant's union, or filing a complaint with relevant authorities. Under the circumstances, I consider your recent actions as retaliatory in nature, and I demand that you immediately cease all retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory eviction. Failure to do so will leave me with no choice but to pursue legal action to protect my rights and seek appropriate remedies available under the law. To resolve this matter amicably, I request a meeting with you to discuss the underlying issues and attempt to find a mutually agreeable solution. It is in both our interests to maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship and address any concerns in a fair and timely manner. Moreover, I kindly request that all future communication regarding this matter be done in writing, allowing us to maintain a clear record of our correspondence. Please be advised that I am fully aware of my rights as a tenant under Arizona law and will take necessary action to protect those rights. I believe that open communication and cooperation can resolve this issue without further escalation. I look forward to your prompt response within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 10 days] from the date of this letter. If I do not receive a satisfactory response, I will seek appropriate legal remedies available to me. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I hope that we can swiftly address and resolve these concerns. 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 to Cease Retaliatory Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally notify you of the issues I have been experiencing as a tenant at [property address] in Maricopa, Arizona and to bring to your attention the retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory eviction, in violation of my rights as a tenant. Firstly, I want to acknowledge that I have always strived to be a responsible and respectful tenant. Throughout my tenancy, I have paid my rent on time, adhered to the terms of the lease agreement, and maintained the property in a clean and habitable condition. Despite my efforts, I have encountered several concerning incidents that have led me to believe that your recent actions are retaliatory in nature. In accordance with the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (A.R.S. § 33-1381), it is stated that a tenant has the right to be free from retaliatory conduct by the landlord. Retaliatory conduct includes threats of eviction or engaging in retaliatory eviction following the tenant's exercise of a legal right, such as reporting maintenance issues, requesting repairs, joining a tenant's union, or filing a complaint with relevant authorities. Under the circumstances, I consider your recent actions as retaliatory in nature, and I demand that you immediately cease all retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory eviction. Failure to do so will leave me with no choice but to pursue legal action to protect my rights and seek appropriate remedies available under the law. To resolve this matter amicably, I request a meeting with you to discuss the underlying issues and attempt to find a mutually agreeable solution. It is in both our interests to maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship and address any concerns in a fair and timely manner. Moreover, I kindly request that all future communication regarding this matter be done in writing, allowing us to maintain a clear record of our correspondence. Please be advised that I am fully aware of my rights as a tenant under Arizona law and will take necessary action to protect those rights. I believe that open communication and cooperation can resolve this issue without further escalation. I look forward to your prompt response within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 10 days] from the date of this letter. If I do not receive a satisfactory response, I will seek appropriate legal remedies available to me. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I hope that we can swiftly address and resolve these concerns. Sincerely, [Your Name]
