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 address an ongoing concern regarding your recent conduct as my landlord. It has come to my attention that you have made threats to evict me [or perform retaliatory actions] in response to [briefly mention the reason/issue]. I believe these threats to be in violation of my rights as a tenant and are considered retaliatory actions under the laws of California. As a responsible tenant, I have consistently adhered to my obligations as outlined in our lease agreement, and it is my expectation that you, as my landlord, will respect and honor your obligations as well. According to California Civil Code Section 1942.5, it is unlawful for a landlord to retaliate against a tenant by threats or actual eviction, among other actions, for the tenant's lawful exercise of rights such as requesting repairs, joining a tenants' union, or reporting health hazards on the premises. I believe that your threats and actions fall within this definition of retaliation. To address this issue, I kindly request that you immediately cease making any further threats to evict me or engage in retaliatory actions regarding the matter. I expect a swift resolution to this issue to ensure a harmonious landlord-tenant relationship moving forward. I would also like to remind you of your legal responsibilities as a landlord. It is your duty to maintain the rental property and provide safe and habitable living conditions as stated under California law. I have diligently fulfilled my responsibilities as a tenant, and I expect the same level of commitment from you as the landlord. If this situation is not resolved promptly and without any further retaliation, I may have no choice but to pursue legal action to protect my rights as a tenant. Please be aware that taking such legal action would be a last resort and only considered if all reasonable attempts at resolving this matter amicably fail. I kindly request a written response from you within [Mention a reasonable timeframe, usually 10-14 days] of receiving this letter. Your response should confirm your understanding of my concerns and your commitment to cease all retaliatory actions. If you fail to respond or continue with retaliatory actions, I may have no choice but to escalate this matter further. I hope that we can resolve this issue in a constructive and fair manner. Maintaining a positive and professional landlord-tenant relationship is vital for both parties, and I trust that you will approach this matter with the same sentiment. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to hearing from you soon. 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: 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 an ongoing concern regarding your recent conduct as my landlord. It has come to my attention that you have made threats to evict me [or perform retaliatory actions] in response to [briefly mention the reason/issue]. I believe these threats to be in violation of my rights as a tenant and are considered retaliatory actions under the laws of California. As a responsible tenant, I have consistently adhered to my obligations as outlined in our lease agreement, and it is my expectation that you, as my landlord, will respect and honor your obligations as well. According to California Civil Code Section 1942.5, it is unlawful for a landlord to retaliate against a tenant by threats or actual eviction, among other actions, for the tenant's lawful exercise of rights such as requesting repairs, joining a tenants' union, or reporting health hazards on the premises. I believe that your threats and actions fall within this definition of retaliation. To address this issue, I kindly request that you immediately cease making any further threats to evict me or engage in retaliatory actions regarding the matter. I expect a swift resolution to this issue to ensure a harmonious landlord-tenant relationship moving forward. I would also like to remind you of your legal responsibilities as a landlord. It is your duty to maintain the rental property and provide safe and habitable living conditions as stated under California law. I have diligently fulfilled my responsibilities as a tenant, and I expect the same level of commitment from you as the landlord. If this situation is not resolved promptly and without any further retaliation, I may have no choice but to pursue legal action to protect my rights as a tenant. Please be aware that taking such legal action would be a last resort and only considered if all reasonable attempts at resolving this matter amicably fail. I kindly request a written response from you within [Mention a reasonable timeframe, usually 10-14 days] of receiving this letter. Your response should confirm your understanding of my concerns and your commitment to cease all retaliatory actions. If you fail to respond or continue with retaliatory actions, I may have no choice but to escalate this matter further. I hope that we can resolve this issue in a constructive and fair manner. Maintaining a positive and professional landlord-tenant relationship is vital for both parties, and I trust that you will approach this matter with the same sentiment. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Sincerely, [Your Name]
