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.
Sunnyvale California Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to cease retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction: [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 a matter of significant concern regarding our landlord-tenant relationship. It has come to my attention that you have recently made retaliatory threats to evict me or engage in retaliatory eviction following my legitimate exercise of my rights as a tenant. As a resident of the property located at [Rental Property Address], I would like to remind you that I have certain rights and protections under the laws of California. The California Civil Code Section 1942.5 strictly prohibits retaliatory eviction or any acts of retaliation by landlords against tenants who have lawfully exercised their rights. I believe that your actions may be considered retaliatory due to the following circumstances: 1. [Describe the specific incidents of your lawful actions as a tenant that have possibly triggered the landlord's threats or retaliatory behavior. For example, reporting necessary repairs, filing official complaints to appropriate authorities, joining a tenant's union, etc.] 2. [Provide any evidence or documentation that supports your claim, such as correspondence, photos, repair requests, etc.] By engaging in retaliatory actions, you are in violation of California law and may face legal consequences. Therefore, I kindly request that you immediately cease all retaliatory threats or actions against me. Allow me to emphasize that I am a conscientious tenant who upholds all lease agreements, respect the property, and adhere to the terms outlined in the rental agreement. I have exercised my rights responsibly, and any attempts to retaliate against me are unwarranted and unacceptable. Furthermore, I strongly urge you to reconsider your actions and maintain a professional and respectful landlord-tenant relationship, as required by law and in the best interest of all parties involved. I would prefer to resolve this matter amicably rather than pursuing any further legal recourse. Please treat this letter as a formal notice to cease retaliatory threats to evict or retaliate against me in any way. Failure to do so may leave me with no choice but to seek legal remedies available to me under the law, including filing a complaint with appropriate housing authorities or pursuing legal action to protect my rights as a tenant. I kindly request a written acknowledgment of this letter within [mention a reasonable timeframe] to ensure that we can resolve this matter promptly and without further escalation. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I expect a prompt and satisfactory resolution to the issues raised. I trust that we can restore our landlord-tenant relationship to one built on mutual respect, cooperation, and adherence to the law. Sincerely, [Your Name]Sunnyvale California Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to cease retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction: [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 a matter of significant concern regarding our landlord-tenant relationship. It has come to my attention that you have recently made retaliatory threats to evict me or engage in retaliatory eviction following my legitimate exercise of my rights as a tenant. As a resident of the property located at [Rental Property Address], I would like to remind you that I have certain rights and protections under the laws of California. The California Civil Code Section 1942.5 strictly prohibits retaliatory eviction or any acts of retaliation by landlords against tenants who have lawfully exercised their rights. I believe that your actions may be considered retaliatory due to the following circumstances: 1. [Describe the specific incidents of your lawful actions as a tenant that have possibly triggered the landlord's threats or retaliatory behavior. For example, reporting necessary repairs, filing official complaints to appropriate authorities, joining a tenant's union, etc.] 2. [Provide any evidence or documentation that supports your claim, such as correspondence, photos, repair requests, etc.] By engaging in retaliatory actions, you are in violation of California law and may face legal consequences. Therefore, I kindly request that you immediately cease all retaliatory threats or actions against me. Allow me to emphasize that I am a conscientious tenant who upholds all lease agreements, respect the property, and adhere to the terms outlined in the rental agreement. I have exercised my rights responsibly, and any attempts to retaliate against me are unwarranted and unacceptable. Furthermore, I strongly urge you to reconsider your actions and maintain a professional and respectful landlord-tenant relationship, as required by law and in the best interest of all parties involved. I would prefer to resolve this matter amicably rather than pursuing any further legal recourse. Please treat this letter as a formal notice to cease retaliatory threats to evict or retaliate against me in any way. Failure to do so may leave me with no choice but to seek legal remedies available to me under the law, including filing a complaint with appropriate housing authorities or pursuing legal action to protect my rights as a tenant. I kindly request a written acknowledgment of this letter within [mention a reasonable timeframe] to ensure that we can resolve this matter promptly and without further escalation. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I expect a prompt and satisfactory resolution to the issues raised. I trust that we can restore our landlord-tenant relationship to one built on mutual respect, cooperation, and adherence to the law. Sincerely, [Your Name]
