This form is used by a tenant to inform the landlord of a problem with the lease premises, specifically failure of the heating system. With this form, the tenant notifies the landlord that he/she/it has breached the statutory duty to maintain the property in tenantable condition and demands that immediate repairs be made.
Title: Stamford, Connecticut Letter from Tenant to Landlord: Notice of Broken, Unsafe, or Inadequate Heater and Demand for Immediate Remedy Keywords: Stamford, Connecticut, letter, tenant, landlord, notice, heater, broken, unsafe, inadequate, immediate remedy --- [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice of Broken, Unsafe, or Inadequate Heater—Demand for Immediate Remedy Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your immediate attention the pressing matter concerning the heater in my rental unit. It has come to my knowledge that the heater is currently broken [or unsafe/inadequate], and I kindly request your prompt assistance in resolving this issue. Firstly, it is crucial to emphasize the importance of maintaining a functioning, safe, and proper heating system within the premises. As per the terms of our lease agreement and the Connecticut General Statutes, it is the landlord's responsibility to provide tenants with a habitable living environment that includes an efficient heating system. Unfortunately, I have noticed the following [choose applicable option]: 1. Broken Heater: The heater in my unit is not working at all. Despite multiple attempts to adjust the thermostat and troubleshoot the issue, no warm air is being produced. 2. Unsafe Heater: The heater emits unusual smells, such as gas or burning odors, which pose a potential risk of fire hazards or carbon monoxide poisoning. Moreover, it may produce excessive heat or malfunction, leading to further damage or endangering the occupants' health and safety. 3. Inadequate Heater: The heater fails to maintain a consistent and satisfactory temperature level within my rental unit. I am experiencing extreme discomfort due to the inability to maintain adequate warmth during the cold winter days. Considering these concerns, I urge you to take immediate action to remedy the situation, keeping in mind the urgency these issues present, especially during the colder months. I kindly request you to address the problem within [state a specific time frame, usually within 24 to 48 hours]. In accordance with the Connecticut General Statutes, specifically §47a-14a, if the landlord fails to make the necessary repairs within the designated timeframe, I retain the right to pursue further legal remedies available to me under the law, which may include rent reduction, withholding rent, seeking compensation for temporary relocation, or terminating the lease agreement, among others. However, I believe that by jointly resolving this issue promptly and in good faith, we can avoid such an unpleasant situation. Therefore, I strongly urge you to arrange for a qualified technician or repair service to inspect and fix the heater's problem without any delay, providing me with written confirmation of the scheduled repair visit. I will greatly appreciate your cooperation and swift attention to this matter. Should you require any additional information or require access to my rental unit, please do not hesitate to contact me at [your contact number] or [your email address]. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter, and I look forward to a timely resolution. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]Title: Stamford, Connecticut Letter from Tenant to Landlord: Notice of Broken, Unsafe, or Inadequate Heater and Demand for Immediate Remedy Keywords: Stamford, Connecticut, letter, tenant, landlord, notice, heater, broken, unsafe, inadequate, immediate remedy --- [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice of Broken, Unsafe, or Inadequate Heater—Demand for Immediate Remedy Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your immediate attention the pressing matter concerning the heater in my rental unit. It has come to my knowledge that the heater is currently broken [or unsafe/inadequate], and I kindly request your prompt assistance in resolving this issue. Firstly, it is crucial to emphasize the importance of maintaining a functioning, safe, and proper heating system within the premises. As per the terms of our lease agreement and the Connecticut General Statutes, it is the landlord's responsibility to provide tenants with a habitable living environment that includes an efficient heating system. Unfortunately, I have noticed the following [choose applicable option]: 1. Broken Heater: The heater in my unit is not working at all. Despite multiple attempts to adjust the thermostat and troubleshoot the issue, no warm air is being produced. 2. Unsafe Heater: The heater emits unusual smells, such as gas or burning odors, which pose a potential risk of fire hazards or carbon monoxide poisoning. Moreover, it may produce excessive heat or malfunction, leading to further damage or endangering the occupants' health and safety. 3. Inadequate Heater: The heater fails to maintain a consistent and satisfactory temperature level within my rental unit. I am experiencing extreme discomfort due to the inability to maintain adequate warmth during the cold winter days. Considering these concerns, I urge you to take immediate action to remedy the situation, keeping in mind the urgency these issues present, especially during the colder months. I kindly request you to address the problem within [state a specific time frame, usually within 24 to 48 hours]. In accordance with the Connecticut General Statutes, specifically §47a-14a, if the landlord fails to make the necessary repairs within the designated timeframe, I retain the right to pursue further legal remedies available to me under the law, which may include rent reduction, withholding rent, seeking compensation for temporary relocation, or terminating the lease agreement, among others. However, I believe that by jointly resolving this issue promptly and in good faith, we can avoid such an unpleasant situation. Therefore, I strongly urge you to arrange for a qualified technician or repair service to inspect and fix the heater's problem without any delay, providing me with written confirmation of the scheduled repair visit. I will greatly appreciate your cooperation and swift attention to this matter. Should you require any additional information or require access to my rental unit, please do not hesitate to contact me at [your contact number] or [your email address]. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter, and I look forward to a timely resolution. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]
