This form is used by a tenant to inform the landlord of a problem with the lease premises, specifically broken windows. With this form, the tenant makes a request for repair pursuant to the lease and notifies the landlord that he/she/it has breached its duty to maintain the property in tenantable condition.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Request for Repair of Broken Windows — Tenant's Demand Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention an urgent issue that needs immediate attention regarding the broken windows in my rented [apartment/house/office] located at [address]. As your tenant, I have a legal right to a safe and habitable living environment, which includes properly functioning windows. I regret to inform you that several windows in the aforementioned property are currently broken, compromising the security and safety of the premises. This situation exposes me to potential risks, such as increased vulnerability to burglaries, adverse weather conditions, and even health hazards. These broken windows not only compromise the structural integrity of the property but also violate various housing codes and regulations. Outlined below are the specific details of the broken windows that require your immediate attention: 1. [Describe the exact location of each broken window, e.g., living room window, bedroom window, bathroom window, etc.] 2. [Specify the nature of the damage, e.g., cracked glass, frame misalignment, complete breakage, etc.] According to the Palmdale, California housing laws and our lease agreement, it is the landlord's responsibility to ensure that the property is in a habitable condition at all times. As outlined in Section [section number if applicable] of the Palmdale City Code [cite specific code if available], the landlord is required to maintain the windows in a proper, secure, and functional state. In light of the above, I kindly request that you immediately undertake all necessary repairs to restore the windows to a safe and functional condition. I emphasize the urgency of this matter and urge you to address it without delay, as these broken windows significantly compromise my right to privacy, safety, and security. Please notify me in writing, within [reasonable time frame] from the date of this letter, of the steps you will take to rectify this issue. I expect that the repairs will be conducted by a professional and licensed contractor to ensure compliance with standards and regulations. In the event that this matter remains unaddressed within a reasonable timeframe, I will have no choice but to pursue my rights as a tenant under the Palmdale City Code and our lease agreement. This may include seeking legal counsel, withholding rent as permitted by law, or exercising other legal remedies available to me. I trust that you will treat this matter with the utmost seriousness and take appropriate action to resolve it promptly. I look forward to your prompt response and the initiation of necessary repairs. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. 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: Request for Repair of Broken Windows — Tenant's Demand Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention an urgent issue that needs immediate attention regarding the broken windows in my rented [apartment/house/office] located at [address]. As your tenant, I have a legal right to a safe and habitable living environment, which includes properly functioning windows. I regret to inform you that several windows in the aforementioned property are currently broken, compromising the security and safety of the premises. This situation exposes me to potential risks, such as increased vulnerability to burglaries, adverse weather conditions, and even health hazards. These broken windows not only compromise the structural integrity of the property but also violate various housing codes and regulations. Outlined below are the specific details of the broken windows that require your immediate attention: 1. [Describe the exact location of each broken window, e.g., living room window, bedroom window, bathroom window, etc.] 2. [Specify the nature of the damage, e.g., cracked glass, frame misalignment, complete breakage, etc.] According to the Palmdale, California housing laws and our lease agreement, it is the landlord's responsibility to ensure that the property is in a habitable condition at all times. As outlined in Section [section number if applicable] of the Palmdale City Code [cite specific code if available], the landlord is required to maintain the windows in a proper, secure, and functional state. In light of the above, I kindly request that you immediately undertake all necessary repairs to restore the windows to a safe and functional condition. I emphasize the urgency of this matter and urge you to address it without delay, as these broken windows significantly compromise my right to privacy, safety, and security. Please notify me in writing, within [reasonable time frame] from the date of this letter, of the steps you will take to rectify this issue. I expect that the repairs will be conducted by a professional and licensed contractor to ensure compliance with standards and regulations. In the event that this matter remains unaddressed within a reasonable timeframe, I will have no choice but to pursue my rights as a tenant under the Palmdale City Code and our lease agreement. This may include seeking legal counsel, withholding rent as permitted by law, or exercising other legal remedies available to me. I trust that you will treat this matter with the utmost seriousness and take appropriate action to resolve it promptly. I look forward to your prompt response and the initiation of necessary repairs. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name]
