This form covers the subject matter described in the form's title for your State.This is a letter written by the Tenant to the Landlord explaining that the law generally provides that as Landlord he/she may regain possession of the leased premises in accordance with the terms of the lease by Tenant surrendering possession, or by appropriate court action, or based on Tenant's abandonment of the property. This letter is designed to put Landlord on notice that he/she is not permitted to use other illegal means to gain repossession of the premises.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [Sterling Heights, Michigan, ZIP] Subject: Letter of Complaint — Landlord's Unlawful Self-Help to Gain Possession Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a pressing matter regarding your recent actions regarding my tenancy at [address of the rental property]. I regretfully inform you that I believe you have engaged in unlawful self-help measures to gain possession of the rental property without following proper legal procedures. [Type 1: Cease and Desist Letter] Firstly, I must express my deep concern regarding the alleged self-help measures you have taken. According to the Michigan Landlord and Tenant Relationship Act, it is illegal for a landlord to forcefully evict a tenant without obtaining a court order and following proper eviction procedures. As such, I request that you immediately cease all self-help activities and restore my peaceful possession of the property. [Type 2: Notice of Breach of Tenancy Agreement] Secondly, I would like to bring to your attention the specific acts that constitute your unlawful self-help measures. On [date of incident], I was shocked to discover that you had accessed the rental property without providing any prior notice as required by Michigan law. You proceeded to change the locks, preventing me from entering the property and effectively evicting me without any legal basis. Such actions directly violate our tenancy agreement and the rights granted to me as a tenant. [Type 3: Demand for Compensation and Remedies] Furthermore, I want to emphasize the financial and emotional distress that your unlawful self-help measures have caused me. As a result of being illegally locked out of the property, I was forced to find alternative accommodation, resulting in both direct expenses for finding temporary shelter and a significant inconvenience to my daily life. I demand immediate compensation for all related costs and seek appropriate remedies for the violation of my rights as a tenant. [Type 4: Request for Legal Intervention] Lastly, if we are unable to resolve this matter amicably, I will have no choice but to seek legal intervention. I sincerely hope it doesn't come to that, as it would undoubtedly be a time-consuming and expensive process for both parties involved. I kindly request that you rectify this situation promptly and reinstate my tenancy rights so that we can avoid escalating this matter further. In conclusion, I urge you to rectify your actions, comply with the Michigan Landlord and Tenant Relationship Act, and respect the rights and responsibilities that come with being a landlord. I expect a prompt response to this letter outlining your intentions to resolve this matter appropriately. Failure to do so may result in legal action being pursued against you. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I anticipate a prompt resolution and the restoration of a peaceful tenancy. Sincerely, [Your Name]
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [Sterling Heights, Michigan, ZIP] Subject: Letter of Complaint — Landlord's Unlawful Self-Help to Gain Possession Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a pressing matter regarding your recent actions regarding my tenancy at [address of the rental property]. I regretfully inform you that I believe you have engaged in unlawful self-help measures to gain possession of the rental property without following proper legal procedures. [Type 1: Cease and Desist Letter] Firstly, I must express my deep concern regarding the alleged self-help measures you have taken. According to the Michigan Landlord and Tenant Relationship Act, it is illegal for a landlord to forcefully evict a tenant without obtaining a court order and following proper eviction procedures. As such, I request that you immediately cease all self-help activities and restore my peaceful possession of the property. [Type 2: Notice of Breach of Tenancy Agreement] Secondly, I would like to bring to your attention the specific acts that constitute your unlawful self-help measures. On [date of incident], I was shocked to discover that you had accessed the rental property without providing any prior notice as required by Michigan law. You proceeded to change the locks, preventing me from entering the property and effectively evicting me without any legal basis. Such actions directly violate our tenancy agreement and the rights granted to me as a tenant. [Type 3: Demand for Compensation and Remedies] Furthermore, I want to emphasize the financial and emotional distress that your unlawful self-help measures have caused me. As a result of being illegally locked out of the property, I was forced to find alternative accommodation, resulting in both direct expenses for finding temporary shelter and a significant inconvenience to my daily life. I demand immediate compensation for all related costs and seek appropriate remedies for the violation of my rights as a tenant. [Type 4: Request for Legal Intervention] Lastly, if we are unable to resolve this matter amicably, I will have no choice but to seek legal intervention. I sincerely hope it doesn't come to that, as it would undoubtedly be a time-consuming and expensive process for both parties involved. I kindly request that you rectify this situation promptly and reinstate my tenancy rights so that we can avoid escalating this matter further. In conclusion, I urge you to rectify your actions, comply with the Michigan Landlord and Tenant Relationship Act, and respect the rights and responsibilities that come with being a landlord. I expect a prompt response to this letter outlining your intentions to resolve this matter appropriately. Failure to do so may result in legal action being pursued against you. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I anticipate a prompt resolution and the restoration of a peaceful tenancy. Sincerely, [Your Name]