This form is used by a tenant to inform the landlord of a problem with the lease premises, specifically failure of the heating system. With this form, the tenant notifies the landlord that he/she/it has breached the statutory duty to maintain the property in tenantable condition and demands that immediate repairs be made.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Urgent Repair Request for Broken/Unsafe/Inadequate Heater Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring your immediate attention to a critical issue regarding the heater in the rental property located at [rental property address] in Long Beach, California. As my primary source of heat during the cold season, it has come to my attention that the heater is currently broken, unsafe, and inadequate, failing to provide the necessary warmth and compromising my safety and well-being. 1. Heater Is Broken: Despite multiple attempts to operate and adjust the heater, it has completely failed to function properly. No matter what temperature or setting I choose, it consistently emits cool air instead of the required warm air. This failure greatly affects my ability to maintain a comfortable living environment and poses potential health risks due to prolonged exposure to cold temperatures. 2. Heater Is Unsafe: In addition to being broken, the heater presents safety hazards that put me at risk. I have noticed a strong smell of gas whenever the heater is turned on, indicating a potential gas leakage. This alarming situation is a clear violation of the safety standards required to ensure the well-being of tenants. I am deeply concerned about potential fire hazards and carbon monoxide poisoning due to a faulty heating system. 3. Heater Is Inadequate: Even when the heater was functioning partially, it consistently failed to adequately warm the rental unit. As per our rental agreement, it is the landlord's responsibility to ensure that all essential utilities such as heating are in good working order. The current state of the heater directly violates this agreement, leaving me without a reasonable means to combat the cold weather, negatively impacting my quality of life and causing undue discomfort. In light of the above, I demand an immediate remedy to rectify the issue with the heater. As a tenant, I have the right to a habitable living environment, which includes a fully functioning, safe, and adequate heating system. I kindly request that you take the following actions promptly: 1. Conduct a thorough inspection of the heater by a certified professional to determine the extent of the damage and any potential safety hazards. 2. Repair or replace the heater as deemed necessary by the inspection report and ensure that it operates efficiently to provide ample warmth and comfort throughout the entire rental unit. 3. Undertake all necessary repairs to address the gas leakage issue to guarantee the safety of the heating system and eliminate the risk of potential accidents or health complications. I kindly request that you provide a written response within [reasonable time-frame, e.g., 48 hours] confirming the receipt of this letter and outlining your plan of action to resolve the heater-related concerns mentioned above. Please be aware that if the necessary repairs are not promptly addressed, I may be forced to seek legal remedies to ensure my right to habitable premises is upheld. However, I am optimistic that we can resolve this matter amicably, in a manner that benefits both parties. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I trust that you will treat this situation with the urgency it requires and take appropriate measures to restore the heating system to its proper working condition. 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: Urgent Repair Request for Broken/Unsafe/Inadequate Heater Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring your immediate attention to a critical issue regarding the heater in the rental property located at [rental property address] in Long Beach, California. As my primary source of heat during the cold season, it has come to my attention that the heater is currently broken, unsafe, and inadequate, failing to provide the necessary warmth and compromising my safety and well-being. 1. Heater Is Broken: Despite multiple attempts to operate and adjust the heater, it has completely failed to function properly. No matter what temperature or setting I choose, it consistently emits cool air instead of the required warm air. This failure greatly affects my ability to maintain a comfortable living environment and poses potential health risks due to prolonged exposure to cold temperatures. 2. Heater Is Unsafe: In addition to being broken, the heater presents safety hazards that put me at risk. I have noticed a strong smell of gas whenever the heater is turned on, indicating a potential gas leakage. This alarming situation is a clear violation of the safety standards required to ensure the well-being of tenants. I am deeply concerned about potential fire hazards and carbon monoxide poisoning due to a faulty heating system. 3. Heater Is Inadequate: Even when the heater was functioning partially, it consistently failed to adequately warm the rental unit. As per our rental agreement, it is the landlord's responsibility to ensure that all essential utilities such as heating are in good working order. The current state of the heater directly violates this agreement, leaving me without a reasonable means to combat the cold weather, negatively impacting my quality of life and causing undue discomfort. In light of the above, I demand an immediate remedy to rectify the issue with the heater. As a tenant, I have the right to a habitable living environment, which includes a fully functioning, safe, and adequate heating system. I kindly request that you take the following actions promptly: 1. Conduct a thorough inspection of the heater by a certified professional to determine the extent of the damage and any potential safety hazards. 2. Repair or replace the heater as deemed necessary by the inspection report and ensure that it operates efficiently to provide ample warmth and comfort throughout the entire rental unit. 3. Undertake all necessary repairs to address the gas leakage issue to guarantee the safety of the heating system and eliminate the risk of potential accidents or health complications. I kindly request that you provide a written response within [reasonable time-frame, e.g., 48 hours] confirming the receipt of this letter and outlining your plan of action to resolve the heater-related concerns mentioned above. Please be aware that if the necessary repairs are not promptly addressed, I may be forced to seek legal remedies to ensure my right to habitable premises is upheld. However, I am optimistic that we can resolve this matter amicably, in a manner that benefits both parties. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I trust that you will treat this situation with the urgency it requires and take appropriate measures to restore the heating system to its proper working condition. Sincerely, [Your Name]
