Elgin Illinois Letter from Tenant to Landlord with Demand that landlord provide proper outdoor garbage receptacles

• Category: Illinois Landlord Tenant - Notices and Letters
• State: Illinois
• City: Elgin
• Control #: IL-1011LT
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form is used by a tenant to inform the landlord of a problem with the lease premises, specifically that there are unsanitary conditions because the landlord has failed to provide garbage bins. With this form, the tenant notifies the landlord that he/she/it has breached the lease agreement and demands that immediate repairs be made. [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Request for Proper Outdoor Garbage Receptacles at [Rental Property Address] Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention an ongoing issue regarding the lack of proper outdoor garbage receptacles at [Rental Property Address]. As a responsible tenant, I believe it is crucial to maintain a clean and sanitary living environment for all residents. To illustrate the gravity of the situation, I would like to emphasize the following points: 1. Inadequate Garbage Disposal: Currently, there is a shortage of adequate outdoor garbage receptacles at our premises. This leads to overflowing trash bins, causing an unsightly and unhygienic environment. Additionally, the absence of proper receptacles increases the risk of pest infestation, foul odors, and potential health hazards for all tenants. 2. Legal Compliance: According to the City of Elgin's Municipal Code, Section 6.40.040(B), it is the landlord's responsibility to provide and maintain a sufficient number of outdoor garbage receptacles that comply with the local waste management standards. Therefore, it is crucial for you to fulfill your obligation as a landlord to ensure a safe and clean living environment for all residents. 3. Community Reputation: The lack of adequate outdoor garbage receptacles not only affects the quality of life for the tenants but also negatively impacts the image of our rental property and the reputation you strive to maintain. Potential new tenants may be deterred by the unsightly conditions, leading to a decline in occupancy rates and potential financial losses for you as the landlord. Considering the aforementioned points, I kindly request that you take immediate action to address this issue and provide the necessary outdoor garbage receptacles at our premises. Here are some potential solutions: 1. Install additional garbage bins: Please kindly arrange the installation of an appropriate number of outdoor garbage receptacles based on the number of units in our rental property. This will ensure that all residents have sufficient space to dispose of their waste, reducing the risk of overflowing bins. 2. Regular waste management service: It is essential to establish a reliable waste management service to ensure the timely emptying of the garbage receptacles. This will enable the efficient removal of trash, preventing any accumulation or potential health hazards. 3. Tenant awareness: Consider sending a notification to all tenants, highlighting the importance of proper waste disposal and requesting everyone's cooperation in maintaining cleanliness. Additionally, it may be helpful to educate tenants on local recycling programs to promote eco-friendly practices. I believe by promptly addressing this issue, you will not only enhance the living conditions for all residents but also maintain the integrity and desirability of our rental property. I kindly request a written response outlining your plan of action and the timeline for the implementation of the aforementioned solutions. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I trust that you will act promptly in rectifying this situation and ensuring our living environment meets the required standards. I look forward to a timely response. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]

[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Request for Proper Outdoor Garbage Receptacles at [Rental Property Address] Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention an ongoing issue regarding the lack of proper outdoor garbage receptacles at [Rental Property Address]. As a responsible tenant, I believe it is crucial to maintain a clean and sanitary living environment for all residents. To illustrate the gravity of the situation, I would like to emphasize the following points: 1. Inadequate Garbage Disposal: Currently, there is a shortage of adequate outdoor garbage receptacles at our premises. This leads to overflowing trash bins, causing an unsightly and unhygienic environment. Additionally, the absence of proper receptacles increases the risk of pest infestation, foul odors, and potential health hazards for all tenants. 2. Legal Compliance: According to the City of Elgin's Municipal Code, Section 6.40.040(B), it is the landlord's responsibility to provide and maintain a sufficient number of outdoor garbage receptacles that comply with the local waste management standards. Therefore, it is crucial for you to fulfill your obligation as a landlord to ensure a safe and clean living environment for all residents. 3. Community Reputation: The lack of adequate outdoor garbage receptacles not only affects the quality of life for the tenants but also negatively impacts the image of our rental property and the reputation you strive to maintain. Potential new tenants may be deterred by the unsightly conditions, leading to a decline in occupancy rates and potential financial losses for you as the landlord. Considering the aforementioned points, I kindly request that you take immediate action to address this issue and provide the necessary outdoor garbage receptacles at our premises. Here are some potential solutions: 1. Install additional garbage bins: Please kindly arrange the installation of an appropriate number of outdoor garbage receptacles based on the number of units in our rental property. This will ensure that all residents have sufficient space to dispose of their waste, reducing the risk of overflowing bins. 2. Regular waste management service: It is essential to establish a reliable waste management service to ensure the timely emptying of the garbage receptacles. This will enable the efficient removal of trash, preventing any accumulation or potential health hazards. 3. Tenant awareness: Consider sending a notification to all tenants, highlighting the importance of proper waste disposal and requesting everyone's cooperation in maintaining cleanliness. Additionally, it may be helpful to educate tenants on local recycling programs to promote eco-friendly practices. I believe by promptly addressing this issue, you will not only enhance the living conditions for all residents but also maintain the integrity and desirability of our rental property. I kindly request a written response outlining your plan of action and the timeline for the implementation of the aforementioned solutions. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I trust that you will act promptly in rectifying this situation and ensuring our living environment meets the required standards. I look forward to a timely response. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]