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] [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 you as a tenant of [your rental property address], seeking to address a matter of serious concern regarding your recent behavior. I believe it is necessary to inform you that your actions may be construed as retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction. Furthermore, I kindly request that you cease such activities immediately to protect my rights as a tenant. As a resident in good standing and as outlined in our lease agreement, I have consistently adhered to my responsibilities as a tenant. I have paid rent on time, maintained the rental property in a clean and satisfactory manner, and have been considerate towards my neighbors. However, it has come to my attention that you have engaged in behaviors that could be considered retaliatory in nature. Keyword: Lakewood Colorado, Letter from Tenant to Landlord, Cease Retaliatory Threats, Retaliatory Eviction The Colorado landlord-tenant law strictly prohibits retaliatory behavior by landlords. Under the Colorado Revised Statutes, § 38-12-509, it states that a landlord is prohibited from retaliating against a tenant for exercising their rights guaranteed by state law. These rights include, among others, complaining about a violation of the lease agreement, reporting health or safety concerns, participating in a tenant union, or otherwise pursuing lawful activities within my tenant rights. I have identified the following instances that may be considered retaliatory: 1. [Describe the specific incident(s) where the landlord made retaliatory threats or acted upon retaliatory eviction.] 2. [Provide additional instances, if applicable.] These actions have created a hostile living environment for me, and I believe they are in direct response to my recent legitimate complaints/concerns. I must emphasize that such retaliatory behaviors are not only illegal but also a violation of my rights as a tenant. I kindly request that you take immediate steps to remedy this situation. Furthermore, I expect you to: 1. Cease all retaliatory threats or actions, thereby restoring a peaceful and fair landlord-tenant relationship as defined in our lease agreement. 2. Acknowledge and respect my rights as a tenant, specifically those protected under Colorado law, without any further retaliatory actions. 3. Provide written assurance that my tenancy will not be retaliated against for exercising my lawful rights as a tenant. 4. Maintain open and respectful lines of communication, ensuring that future concerns and complaints will be addressed in a professional and timely manner. Failure to comply with this notice within [reasonable time frame, typically 10-14 days] may result in further legal action. I sincerely hope that we can resolve this matter amicably and avoid any unnecessary escalation. Please sign and return the attached copy of this letter to acknowledge that you have received it. This letter serves as an official notice and will be retained as evidence if required in the future. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and look forward to an improved landlord-tenant relationship based on mutual respect and understanding. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Phone Number] [Your Email Address] Enclosure: Copy of Notice to Cease Retaliatory Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [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 you as a tenant of [your rental property address], seeking to address a matter of serious concern regarding your recent behavior. I believe it is necessary to inform you that your actions may be construed as retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction. Furthermore, I kindly request that you cease such activities immediately to protect my rights as a tenant. As a resident in good standing and as outlined in our lease agreement, I have consistently adhered to my responsibilities as a tenant. I have paid rent on time, maintained the rental property in a clean and satisfactory manner, and have been considerate towards my neighbors. However, it has come to my attention that you have engaged in behaviors that could be considered retaliatory in nature. Keyword: Lakewood Colorado, Letter from Tenant to Landlord, Cease Retaliatory Threats, Retaliatory Eviction The Colorado landlord-tenant law strictly prohibits retaliatory behavior by landlords. Under the Colorado Revised Statutes, § 38-12-509, it states that a landlord is prohibited from retaliating against a tenant for exercising their rights guaranteed by state law. These rights include, among others, complaining about a violation of the lease agreement, reporting health or safety concerns, participating in a tenant union, or otherwise pursuing lawful activities within my tenant rights. I have identified the following instances that may be considered retaliatory: 1. [Describe the specific incident(s) where the landlord made retaliatory threats or acted upon retaliatory eviction.] 2. [Provide additional instances, if applicable.] These actions have created a hostile living environment for me, and I believe they are in direct response to my recent legitimate complaints/concerns. I must emphasize that such retaliatory behaviors are not only illegal but also a violation of my rights as a tenant. I kindly request that you take immediate steps to remedy this situation. Furthermore, I expect you to: 1. Cease all retaliatory threats or actions, thereby restoring a peaceful and fair landlord-tenant relationship as defined in our lease agreement. 2. Acknowledge and respect my rights as a tenant, specifically those protected under Colorado law, without any further retaliatory actions. 3. Provide written assurance that my tenancy will not be retaliated against for exercising my lawful rights as a tenant. 4. Maintain open and respectful lines of communication, ensuring that future concerns and complaints will be addressed in a professional and timely manner. Failure to comply with this notice within [reasonable time frame, typically 10-14 days] may result in further legal action. I sincerely hope that we can resolve this matter amicably and avoid any unnecessary escalation. Please sign and return the attached copy of this letter to acknowledge that you have received it. This letter serves as an official notice and will be retained as evidence if required in the future. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and look forward to an improved landlord-tenant relationship based on mutual respect and understanding. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Phone Number] [Your Email Address] Enclosure: Copy of Notice to Cease Retaliatory Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction
