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 well. I am writing to bring to your attention some concerns regarding recent actions that have been affecting my tenancy at the property located at [property address]. It has come to my attention that there have been retaliatory threats made against me in regard to eviction or even a retaliatory eviction itself, based on [reason(s) given by landlord]. I would like to address this matter promptly to seek resolution and maintain a healthy landlord-tenant relationship. Firstly, I want to clarify that I have been a responsible tenant during my time at the property. I have always paid my rent on time, taken good care of the premises, and adhered to the terms of our lease agreement. As such, I believe it is within my rights to raise valid concerns without facing any form of retaliation. It appears that the aforementioned threats and potential retaliatory actions are a direct response to my legitimate requests, complaints, or exercises of my legal rights as a tenant. Such conduct not only undermines the intention of a harmonious living environment but also contravenes the rights guaranteed to tenants under Georgia law. As defined in the Georgia Code Title 44, Section 7-16A-7, retaliatory conduct is prohibited, and includes threats to evict or engaging in an actual retaliatory eviction. Retaliation refers to any action taken by a landlord within 180 days of the tenant exercising their rights as stated in the Georgia Code Title 44, Section 7-16A-6, which covers a range of actions including, but not limited to, the following situations: 1. Requesting necessary repairs or maintenance for a safe living environment. 2. Complaining about health or safety hazards within the property. 3. Joining or organizing a tenant association. 4. Reporting any violations of housing and building codes. 5. Exercising legal rights related to the lease agreement or landlord-tenant laws. To ensure we can maintain a healthy relationship and avoid any legal consequences, I kindly request that you immediately cease all retaliatory threats made against me, including any intentions to proceed with a retaliatory eviction. I expect that you will respect and uphold my rights as a tenant protected under Georgia law. If these retaliatory threats or eviction actions persist, I may be left with no choice but to explore legal remedies available to me as a tenant, including filing a complaint with the relevant authorities, seeking monetary damages, or potentially terminating the lease agreement prematurely at your expense. I strongly believe that we can resolve any issues or conflicts amicably, and thereby avoid the need for further escalation. I genuinely value my tenancy at [property address] and wish for us to reach a fair resolution. Furthermore, I kindly request that you provide me with a written response within [reasonable time], acknowledging that you have received this notice and confirming your commitment to cease any retaliatory threats or actions. Please consider this letter as a serious attempt to resolve the situation cordially and maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship. Thank you for your attention and prompt action in this matter. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Tenant] -- Keywords: Sandy Springs Georgia, letter, tenant, landlord, notice, cease, retaliatory threats, evict, retaliatory eviction, property, lease agreement, rights, Georgia Code, Title 44, Section 7-16A-7, retaliatory conduct, repairs, maintenance, health hazards, safety hazards, tenant association, violations, building codes, legal rights, amicable resolution, escalation, written response, positive landlord-tenant relationship.[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 well. I am writing to bring to your attention some concerns regarding recent actions that have been affecting my tenancy at the property located at [property address]. It has come to my attention that there have been retaliatory threats made against me in regard to eviction or even a retaliatory eviction itself, based on [reason(s) given by landlord]. I would like to address this matter promptly to seek resolution and maintain a healthy landlord-tenant relationship. Firstly, I want to clarify that I have been a responsible tenant during my time at the property. I have always paid my rent on time, taken good care of the premises, and adhered to the terms of our lease agreement. As such, I believe it is within my rights to raise valid concerns without facing any form of retaliation. It appears that the aforementioned threats and potential retaliatory actions are a direct response to my legitimate requests, complaints, or exercises of my legal rights as a tenant. Such conduct not only undermines the intention of a harmonious living environment but also contravenes the rights guaranteed to tenants under Georgia law. As defined in the Georgia Code Title 44, Section 7-16A-7, retaliatory conduct is prohibited, and includes threats to evict or engaging in an actual retaliatory eviction. Retaliation refers to any action taken by a landlord within 180 days of the tenant exercising their rights as stated in the Georgia Code Title 44, Section 7-16A-6, which covers a range of actions including, but not limited to, the following situations: 1. Requesting necessary repairs or maintenance for a safe living environment. 2. Complaining about health or safety hazards within the property. 3. Joining or organizing a tenant association. 4. Reporting any violations of housing and building codes. 5. Exercising legal rights related to the lease agreement or landlord-tenant laws. To ensure we can maintain a healthy relationship and avoid any legal consequences, I kindly request that you immediately cease all retaliatory threats made against me, including any intentions to proceed with a retaliatory eviction. I expect that you will respect and uphold my rights as a tenant protected under Georgia law. If these retaliatory threats or eviction actions persist, I may be left with no choice but to explore legal remedies available to me as a tenant, including filing a complaint with the relevant authorities, seeking monetary damages, or potentially terminating the lease agreement prematurely at your expense. I strongly believe that we can resolve any issues or conflicts amicably, and thereby avoid the need for further escalation. I genuinely value my tenancy at [property address] and wish for us to reach a fair resolution. Furthermore, I kindly request that you provide me with a written response within [reasonable time], acknowledging that you have received this notice and confirming your commitment to cease any retaliatory threats or actions. Please consider this letter as a serious attempt to resolve the situation cordially and maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship. Thank you for your attention and prompt action in this matter. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Tenant] -- Keywords: Sandy Springs Georgia, letter, tenant, landlord, notice, cease, retaliatory threats, evict, retaliatory eviction, property, lease agreement, rights, Georgia Code, Title 44, Section 7-16A-7, retaliatory conduct, repairs, maintenance, health hazards, safety hazards, tenant association, violations, building codes, legal rights, amicable resolution, escalation, written response, positive landlord-tenant relationship.
