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 concerns regarding recent actions that I believe may be retaliatory in nature, thus violating my rights as a tenant. As per the laws outlined in Long Beach, California, I kindly request that you cease any further retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory eviction. Firstly, I want to emphasize my commitment to fulfilling all my obligations as outlined in our lease agreement. I have paid my rent on time, maintained the property, and promptly reported any necessary repair or maintenance issues to you. I am a responsible tenant who values a positive landlord-tenant relationship. However, I have noticed a series of actions and communications from you that appear retaliatory, which deeply concerns me. These actions directly followed my legitimate exercise of my rights as a tenant, such as submitting complaints about necessary repairs or requesting reasonable accommodation for health and safety concerns. According to the California Civil Code Section 1942.5, it is illegal for a landlord to retaliate against a tenant for exercising their rights. Retaliatory actions can include threats to evict or engaging in retaliatory eviction. Retaliation includes any act that would substantially interfere with or inhibit the exercise of a tenant's rights. I would like to bring the following incidents to your attention, which I believe may qualify as retaliatory actions: 1. On [Date], immediately after I reported a leaking faucet in the kitchen, I received a notice of inspection citing minor violations that had never been mentioned before. 2. On [Date], after filing a complaint about the mold issue in the bathroom, I received a verbal threat from you, suggesting that I should expect an increase in my rent price upon renewal or potential rental termination. 3. On [Date], a day after requesting reasonable accommodation for a disability, I received a notification of intent to enter with the purpose of conducting a detailed inspection of the property. These instances have created an atmosphere of discomfort and fear, hindering my ability to fully enjoy my home. I believe they are purposefully intended to discourage me from exercising my rights as a tenant. I kindly request that you immediately cease any further retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory eviction, as they are in direct violation of my rights as a tenant under the laws of Long Beach, California. Furthermore, I expect our landlord-tenant relationship to be based on mutual respect and adherence to legal obligations. Please consider this letter as my official notice stating your obligation to stop engaging in retaliatory actions. I strongly urge you to evaluate your recent behavior and take the necessary steps to ensure compliance with the law, as well as maintaining a positive landlord-tenant relationship. If the retaliatory actions persist, I will have no choice but to seek legal remedies available to me under California law. Such remedies may include legal action for damages and an injunction to stop the retaliatory behavior. I hope we can resolve these matters amicably and promptly. I look forward to your prompt response within [reasonable time frame] addressing the concerns raised in this letter. Please contact me at [phone number] or [email address] to discuss this matter further. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name][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 concerns regarding recent actions that I believe may be retaliatory in nature, thus violating my rights as a tenant. As per the laws outlined in Long Beach, California, I kindly request that you cease any further retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory eviction. Firstly, I want to emphasize my commitment to fulfilling all my obligations as outlined in our lease agreement. I have paid my rent on time, maintained the property, and promptly reported any necessary repair or maintenance issues to you. I am a responsible tenant who values a positive landlord-tenant relationship. However, I have noticed a series of actions and communications from you that appear retaliatory, which deeply concerns me. These actions directly followed my legitimate exercise of my rights as a tenant, such as submitting complaints about necessary repairs or requesting reasonable accommodation for health and safety concerns. According to the California Civil Code Section 1942.5, it is illegal for a landlord to retaliate against a tenant for exercising their rights. Retaliatory actions can include threats to evict or engaging in retaliatory eviction. Retaliation includes any act that would substantially interfere with or inhibit the exercise of a tenant's rights. I would like to bring the following incidents to your attention, which I believe may qualify as retaliatory actions: 1. On [Date], immediately after I reported a leaking faucet in the kitchen, I received a notice of inspection citing minor violations that had never been mentioned before. 2. On [Date], after filing a complaint about the mold issue in the bathroom, I received a verbal threat from you, suggesting that I should expect an increase in my rent price upon renewal or potential rental termination. 3. On [Date], a day after requesting reasonable accommodation for a disability, I received a notification of intent to enter with the purpose of conducting a detailed inspection of the property. These instances have created an atmosphere of discomfort and fear, hindering my ability to fully enjoy my home. I believe they are purposefully intended to discourage me from exercising my rights as a tenant. I kindly request that you immediately cease any further retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory eviction, as they are in direct violation of my rights as a tenant under the laws of Long Beach, California. Furthermore, I expect our landlord-tenant relationship to be based on mutual respect and adherence to legal obligations. Please consider this letter as my official notice stating your obligation to stop engaging in retaliatory actions. I strongly urge you to evaluate your recent behavior and take the necessary steps to ensure compliance with the law, as well as maintaining a positive landlord-tenant relationship. If the retaliatory actions persist, I will have no choice but to seek legal remedies available to me under California law. Such remedies may include legal action for damages and an injunction to stop the retaliatory behavior. I hope we can resolve these matters amicably and promptly. I look forward to your prompt response within [reasonable time frame] addressing the concerns raised in this letter. Please contact me at [phone number] or [email address] to discuss this matter further. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name]
