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 express my concerns regarding the recent actions that have occurred between us, specifically in regard to what I perceive as retaliatory threats towards eviction or retaliatory eviction. As you are aware, I am a tenant of the property located at [property address], which is managed by you. While I have always strived to be a responsible and respectful tenant, I have noticed a change in our landlord-tenant relationship. According to California state law and our lease agreement, I have the right to a peaceful and habitable living environment, free from retaliatory actions or threats from the landlord. However, in recent interactions and communications, I have experienced what I believe to be retaliatory threats to evict me or engage in retaliatory eviction actions. It is important to note that retaliatory eviction refers to actions taken by a landlord against a tenant in response to the tenant asserting their legal rights or making legitimate complaints about the property conditions. These retaliatory actions are strictly prohibited by the California Civil Code section 1942.5. I would like to highlight some specific incidents that have caused me concern: 1. [First Incident — Provide a detailed description of the incident, its date, and how it can be perceived as retaliatory or threatening towards eviction] 2. [Second Incident — Provide a detailed description of the incident, its date, and how it can be perceived as retaliatory or threatening towards eviction] 3. [Third Incident — Provide a detailed description of the incident, its date, and how it can be perceived as retaliatory or threatening towards eviction] These incidents have made me feel uncomfortable and have created a tense living environment. I kindly request that you immediately cease any further retaliatory threats to evict me or engage in retaliatory eviction actions. I believe that open and respectful communication can help address any concerns or misunderstandings that may have arisen. As such, I would appreciate the opportunity to meet and discuss these matters in person or via phone to reach a resolution that is fair and reasonable for both parties. Please be advised that if these retaliatory actions continue or if any further threats occur, I will be left with no choice but to explore legal remedies available to protect my rights as a tenant as stipulated under California law. I sincerely hope that it does not come to that and that we can find a way to address our concerns and maintain a healthy landlord-tenant relationship. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I kindly request a written acknowledgment of receiving this letter within five business days. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]
