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] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, Zip] 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 address a matter of great concern regarding our landlord-tenant relationship. It has come to my attention that there have been instances where you have made threats to evict me in response to legitimate complaints I have raised regarding maintenance issues and/or my exercise of tenant rights, as protected by California law. I would like to bring to your attention that such conduct is considered retaliatory and is strictly prohibited under California Civil Code Section 1942.5. As a responsible tenant, it is my duty to inform you that I first became aware of these retaliatory threats on [date]. Since then, the frequency and intensity of these threats have increased, creating an environment of harassment and intimidation. These threats not only infringe upon my rights as a tenant but also deteriorate the peaceful enjoyment of my rented premises as guaranteed by California law. I must emphasize that retaliatory actions, including actual eviction, in response to my legitimate exercise of tenant rights are unlawful and can lead to serious legal consequences. This includes monetary penalties, compensatory damages, injunctive relief, and even a potential claim for wrongful eviction. Therefore, I kindly request that you immediately cease making any further retaliatory threats to evict me or engaging in retaliatory eviction. In order to rectify this situation and avoid any escalation, I suggest that we engage in an open and constructive dialogue to address the underlying issues. It is in both of our interests to maintain a respectful and harmonious landlord-tenant relationship. However, should these retaliatory acts persist, I will not hesitate to take appropriate legal action to protect my rights. I would appreciate a written acknowledgment of this letter and an assurance that you will cease any retaliatory actions against me. Please provide the written response within [reasonable timeframe, typically 7 to 10 days]. This will ensure that our communication is documented and enable us to move forward in a mutually beneficial manner. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I hope that we can find a satisfactory resolution to these issues. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]
