This form is used by a tenant to inform the landlord of a problem with the lease premises, specifically broken doors in the property. With this form, the tenant makes a request for repair pursuant to the lease.
Title: Comprehensive Notice to Landlord Regarding Broken Doors and Demand for Repairs — Thousand Oaks, California Type 1: Formal Notice to Landlord Regarding Broken Doors and Demand for Repair Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to inform you of a pressing matter that demands immediate attention. It has come to my attention that the doors of my rented property located at [Property Address], in Thousand Oaks, California, have been severely damaged and are in urgent need of repair. I want to emphasize that these broken doors pose a significant security risk for me and my family, as they compromise the overall safety and protection of the premises. The current state of disrepair leaves the property vulnerable to potential intrusions and jeopardizes our peace of mind. Under California's tenant rights laws (Civil Code Section 1941), it is the landlord's responsibility to ensure that the rental premises are kept in a habitable condition. This includes maintaining all essential components of the property, such as functional doors that provide adequate security. I kindly request that you promptly address this issue by undertaking necessary repairs to restore the doors to a safe and functional state. I urge you to engage qualified professionals with expertise in door repair to ensure that all necessary fixes are executed properly. Please let me know of your plan to rectify this situation within [reasonable time frame]. I also request that you clarify the steps you will take to repair the doors and restore the security of the property. Should you fail to respond and address this matter within the specified time frame, I may have no option but to seek alternative remedies available under the law to protect my rights as a tenant, which may include, but not be limited to, filing a complaint with the appropriate authorities or pursuing legal action. I look forward to your prompt attention to this urgent matter. Should you have any queries or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Contact Information]. I believe that resolving this matter swiftly will ensure a better living environment for all parties involved. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] Type 2: Polite Letter Requesting Door Repairs from Unresponsive Landlord Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring a serious concern to your attention regarding the current state of the doors at my rental property located at [Property Address], Thousand Oaks, California. Despite our previous communication regarding this issue, I'm disappointed to note that no action has been taken to fix the broken doors. In recent inspections, I have noticed significant damage to the doors, which not only compromises my safety but also infringes upon my rights as a tenant under California's tenant laws. As you are aware, it is the landlord's responsibility to ensure habitable conditions, which include properly functioning doors that provide adequate security to the property. Given the urgency of this issue, I hereby request that you promptly allocate the necessary resources to repair the broken doors. I strongly believe that the safety and security of the property should be of utmost priority to both of us. I kindly ask for a written response within [reasonable time frame], in which you detail your proposed plan to rectify the situation. It is my expectation that you will engage professional contractors who can perform the repairs to a high standard. If no suitable action is taken within the given time frame, I may be left with no other choice but to explore other options available to me under California's tenant protection laws. I hope it doesn't come to that, as I would prefer to maintain a good landlord-tenant relationship. Please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Contact Information] should you require further information or wish to discuss this matter further. Thank you for your attention to this critical matter. I trust that you will resolve this issue promptly and ensure the security of the premises. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number]Title: Comprehensive Notice to Landlord Regarding Broken Doors and Demand for Repairs — Thousand Oaks, California Type 1: Formal Notice to Landlord Regarding Broken Doors and Demand for Repair Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to inform you of a pressing matter that demands immediate attention. It has come to my attention that the doors of my rented property located at [Property Address], in Thousand Oaks, California, have been severely damaged and are in urgent need of repair. I want to emphasize that these broken doors pose a significant security risk for me and my family, as they compromise the overall safety and protection of the premises. The current state of disrepair leaves the property vulnerable to potential intrusions and jeopardizes our peace of mind. Under California's tenant rights laws (Civil Code Section 1941), it is the landlord's responsibility to ensure that the rental premises are kept in a habitable condition. This includes maintaining all essential components of the property, such as functional doors that provide adequate security. I kindly request that you promptly address this issue by undertaking necessary repairs to restore the doors to a safe and functional state. I urge you to engage qualified professionals with expertise in door repair to ensure that all necessary fixes are executed properly. Please let me know of your plan to rectify this situation within [reasonable time frame]. I also request that you clarify the steps you will take to repair the doors and restore the security of the property. Should you fail to respond and address this matter within the specified time frame, I may have no option but to seek alternative remedies available under the law to protect my rights as a tenant, which may include, but not be limited to, filing a complaint with the appropriate authorities or pursuing legal action. I look forward to your prompt attention to this urgent matter. Should you have any queries or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Contact Information]. I believe that resolving this matter swiftly will ensure a better living environment for all parties involved. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] Type 2: Polite Letter Requesting Door Repairs from Unresponsive Landlord Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring a serious concern to your attention regarding the current state of the doors at my rental property located at [Property Address], Thousand Oaks, California. Despite our previous communication regarding this issue, I'm disappointed to note that no action has been taken to fix the broken doors. In recent inspections, I have noticed significant damage to the doors, which not only compromises my safety but also infringes upon my rights as a tenant under California's tenant laws. As you are aware, it is the landlord's responsibility to ensure habitable conditions, which include properly functioning doors that provide adequate security to the property. Given the urgency of this issue, I hereby request that you promptly allocate the necessary resources to repair the broken doors. I strongly believe that the safety and security of the property should be of utmost priority to both of us. I kindly ask for a written response within [reasonable time frame], in which you detail your proposed plan to rectify the situation. It is my expectation that you will engage professional contractors who can perform the repairs to a high standard. If no suitable action is taken within the given time frame, I may be left with no other choice but to explore other options available to me under California's tenant protection laws. I hope it doesn't come to that, as I would prefer to maintain a good landlord-tenant relationship. Please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Contact Information] should you require further information or wish to discuss this matter further. Thank you for your attention to this critical matter. I trust that you will resolve this issue promptly and ensure the security of the premises. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number]
