Gainesville Florida Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to cease retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction

• Category: Florida Landlord Tenant - Notices and Letters - Retaliation or Harassment
• State: Florida
• City: Gainesville
• Control #: FL-1063LT
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

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] [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 in good health and high spirits. I am writing as your tenant at [property address] in Gainesville, Florida to address a matter of great concern regarding what I perceive as retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction. As a responsible and law-abiding tenant, I have always paid my rent on time and adhered to the terms of our rental agreement. However, the recent series of events has led me to believe that I am facing retaliatory actions from your end due to [specific reason(s) or incident(s) that may have triggered the retaliation]. I wish to assert my rights as a tenant and express my grave concern over these alleged retaliatory threats. It is imperative for you, as the landlord, to understand that such actions are not only morally wrong but also illegal under Florida law. Retaliatory actions, including threats of eviction or actual retaliatory eviction, are strictly prohibited under Section 83.64 of the Florida Statutes. I kindly request that you cease any further threats or actions that can be perceived as retaliatory. I believe in maintaining a healthy and respectful landlord-tenant relationship, and I hope we can address any concerns or issues constructively, without resorting to such measures. In light of the situation, I kindly request the following actions from your end: 1. Confirmation of non-retaliation: I request written assurance, within [reasonable time frame e.g., 7 days], that you will not pursue any retaliatory actions against me for [reason(s) or incident(s) that may have triggered the retaliation]. 2. Resolution of underlying issues: If there are any concerns or issues that have led to this alleged retaliation, I encourage open communication and request a meeting to discuss them so that we can find an amicable solution. 3. Compliance with rental agreement and Florida law: I expect you to uphold your obligations as a landlord, respecting my rights as a tenant and abiding by the terms of our rental agreement, as well as Florida landlord-tenant laws. Please be aware that any further retaliatory threats or actions will leave me with no choice but to exercise my rights by pursuing legal remedies available to me under Florida law. I believe in resolving conflicts through peaceful means, and I sincerely hope it doesn't come to that. I kindly ask you to acknowledge receipt of this letter and its contents via email or by signing and returning the enclosed copy. Furthermore, I believe that open communication is key to maintaining a healthy landlord-tenant relationship, and I trust that you will honor my request to address this matter promptly. Thank you for your immediate attention to this serious issue. I look forward to your response and our continued harmonious tenancy. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]

[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [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 in good health and high spirits. I am writing as your tenant at [property address] in Gainesville, Florida to address a matter of great concern regarding what I perceive as retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction. As a responsible and law-abiding tenant, I have always paid my rent on time and adhered to the terms of our rental agreement. However, the recent series of events has led me to believe that I am facing retaliatory actions from your end due to [specific reason(s) or incident(s) that may have triggered the retaliation]. I wish to assert my rights as a tenant and express my grave concern over these alleged retaliatory threats. It is imperative for you, as the landlord, to understand that such actions are not only morally wrong but also illegal under Florida law. Retaliatory actions, including threats of eviction or actual retaliatory eviction, are strictly prohibited under Section 83.64 of the Florida Statutes. I kindly request that you cease any further threats or actions that can be perceived as retaliatory. I believe in maintaining a healthy and respectful landlord-tenant relationship, and I hope we can address any concerns or issues constructively, without resorting to such measures. In light of the situation, I kindly request the following actions from your end: 1. Confirmation of non-retaliation: I request written assurance, within [reasonable time frame e.g., 7 days], that you will not pursue any retaliatory actions against me for [reason(s) or incident(s) that may have triggered the retaliation]. 2. Resolution of underlying issues: If there are any concerns or issues that have led to this alleged retaliation, I encourage open communication and request a meeting to discuss them so that we can find an amicable solution. 3. Compliance with rental agreement and Florida law: I expect you to uphold your obligations as a landlord, respecting my rights as a tenant and abiding by the terms of our rental agreement, as well as Florida landlord-tenant laws. Please be aware that any further retaliatory threats or actions will leave me with no choice but to exercise my rights by pursuing legal remedies available to me under Florida law. I believe in resolving conflicts through peaceful means, and I sincerely hope it doesn't come to that. I kindly ask you to acknowledge receipt of this letter and its contents via email or by signing and returning the enclosed copy. Furthermore, I believe that open communication is key to maintaining a healthy landlord-tenant relationship, and I trust that you will honor my request to address this matter promptly. Thank you for your immediate attention to this serious issue. I look forward to your response and our continued harmonious tenancy. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]