Chicago Illinois Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to cease retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction

• Category: Illinois Landlord Tenant - Notices and Letters - Retaliation or Harassment
• State: Illinois
• City: Chicago
• Control #: IL-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] Re: 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 a matter of grave concern regarding the recent threats of eviction and potential retaliatory actions directed towards me as your tenant. I kindly request that you immediately cease any further retaliatory threats or actions and refrain from engaging in any retaliatory eviction which is both illegal and in violation of the Chicago Landlord-Tenant Ordinance. As a tenant residing in your property at [rental address], I am aware of my legal rights under the Chicago Landlord-Tenant Ordinance, which are designed to protect tenants from undue harassment, retaliation, or unjust eviction. According to the Ordinance, it is illegal for a landlord to engage in any of the following retaliatory actions: 1. Threatening or intimidating a tenant with eviction or other punitive measures in response to the exercise of their legal rights, such as making a complaint to a government authority, joining a tenant's organization, or participating in a legal action against the landlord. 2. Carrying out retaliatory evictions, which are evictions conducted solely as a result of a tenant's exercise of their legal rights or complaining about the landlord's failure to maintain the rental property. 3. Reducing services, increasing rent, or imposing any other adverse actions in response to the tenant's perceived "troublesome behavior" or expression of any concerns related to the property's condition or their rights as a tenant. It is crucial to note that the Chicago Landlord-Tenant Ordinance provides tenants with protection from retaliatory actions to ensure a safe and habitable living environment. Engaging in retaliatory threats or eviction would not only be a clear violation of my rights as a tenant but may also subject you to legal consequences and financial liabilities. In light of the aforementioned circumstances, I kindly request that you take immediate measures to cease any further retaliatory threats, harassment, or actions towards me. I expect to be able to peacefully enjoy my tenancy and exercise my legal rights without fear of retaliation or unjust eviction. Failure to adhere to this formal notice and disregard for the Chicago Landlord-Tenant Ordinance will leave me with no choice but to seek legal remedies and file a complaint with the appropriate authorities. I am confident that, as a responsible and law-abiding landlord, you will prioritize maintaining a cooperative and mutually respectful environment. Please be aware that I have retained copies of all correspondence related to this issue for future reference. If you have any questions or concerns, I urge you to contact me promptly to discuss a resolution in a respectful and constructive manner. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Information]

[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Re: 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 a matter of grave concern regarding the recent threats of eviction and potential retaliatory actions directed towards me as your tenant. I kindly request that you immediately cease any further retaliatory threats or actions and refrain from engaging in any retaliatory eviction which is both illegal and in violation of the Chicago Landlord-Tenant Ordinance. As a tenant residing in your property at [rental address], I am aware of my legal rights under the Chicago Landlord-Tenant Ordinance, which are designed to protect tenants from undue harassment, retaliation, or unjust eviction. According to the Ordinance, it is illegal for a landlord to engage in any of the following retaliatory actions: 1. Threatening or intimidating a tenant with eviction or other punitive measures in response to the exercise of their legal rights, such as making a complaint to a government authority, joining a tenant's organization, or participating in a legal action against the landlord. 2. Carrying out retaliatory evictions, which are evictions conducted solely as a result of a tenant's exercise of their legal rights or complaining about the landlord's failure to maintain the rental property. 3. Reducing services, increasing rent, or imposing any other adverse actions in response to the tenant's perceived "troublesome behavior" or expression of any concerns related to the property's condition or their rights as a tenant. It is crucial to note that the Chicago Landlord-Tenant Ordinance provides tenants with protection from retaliatory actions to ensure a safe and habitable living environment. Engaging in retaliatory threats or eviction would not only be a clear violation of my rights as a tenant but may also subject you to legal consequences and financial liabilities. In light of the aforementioned circumstances, I kindly request that you take immediate measures to cease any further retaliatory threats, harassment, or actions towards me. I expect to be able to peacefully enjoy my tenancy and exercise my legal rights without fear of retaliation or unjust eviction. Failure to adhere to this formal notice and disregard for the Chicago Landlord-Tenant Ordinance will leave me with no choice but to seek legal remedies and file a complaint with the appropriate authorities. I am confident that, as a responsible and law-abiding landlord, you will prioritize maintaining a cooperative and mutually respectful environment. Please be aware that I have retained copies of all correspondence related to this issue for future reference. If you have any questions or concerns, I urge you to contact me promptly to discuss a resolution in a respectful and constructive manner. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Information]