Oakland Michigan Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to cease retaliatory decrease in services

• Category: Michigan Landlord Tenant - Notices and Letters - Retaliation or Harassment
• State: Michigan
• County: Oakland
• Control #: MI-1061LT
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This is a letter from Tenant to Landlord in which Tenant claims that Landlord's failure to abide by the continuing requirements of the Lease Agreement by denying Tenant certain services is retaliation for some action initiated by Tenant. This letter provides notice to Landlord that such retaliatory action is in breach of the lease agreement and may constitute a further violation of the law. [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Subject: Notice to Cease Retaliatory Decrease in Services Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a concerning matter that requires your immediate attention and resolution. As a tenant at the [property address] in Oakland, Michigan, I have noticed a retaliatory decrease in services, which is not only a violation of my rights as a tenant but also a breach of our lease agreement. To provide some context, I have been living at the aforementioned property for [duration of tenancy]. During this time, I have consistently fulfilled my responsibilities as a tenant, adhering to the terms set forth in the lease agreement. In return, I would expect the landlord to fulfill their responsibilities, including the provision of essential services and maintenance of a habitable living environment. Unfortunately, over the past [duration of issue], I have observed a gradual decrease in the quality and availability of various services that we agreed upon in the lease agreement. The specific services affected include: 1. [List specific service(s) affected, e.g., Inadequate heating during colder months] 2. [List specific service(s) affected, e.g., Frequent disruptions in water supply] 3. [List specific service(s) affected, e.g., Failure to address plumbing issues promptly] It is evident that these actions constitute retaliation for [reasons, e.g., filing complaints, requesting repairs, or exercising my rights as a tenant]. Such retaliatory behavior is strictly prohibited under the Michigan Landlord-Tenant Relationship Act and numerous other state and federal laws protecting tenants' rights. I kindly request that you immediately cease this retaliatory decrease in services and restore the services to their previous standard, as outlined in our lease agreement. This is a formal notice to inform you of your legal obligations and give you an opportunity to rectify this issue promptly. Failure to take corrective action within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 14 days from the date of this letter] will leave me with no choice but to pursue legal remedies to enforce my rights as a tenant. These remedies may include filing a complaint with the appropriate regulatory agencies, seeking injunctive relief ordering the restoration of services, or pursuing compensation for any damages incurred due to your actions. I trust that as a responsible landlord, you value our mutually beneficial relationship and will take the necessary steps to address this issue promptly. I anticipate your written response within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 7 days from the date of this letter] to confirm your commitment to resolving this matter and restoring the agreed-upon services. Should you have any questions or require any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at [your phone number] or [your email address]. I am open to discussing this matter further and finding an amicable solution. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I trust that we can resolve this issue promptly and avoid any further escalation. 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 Decrease in Services Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a concerning matter that requires your immediate attention and resolution. As a tenant at the [property address] in Oakland, Michigan, I have noticed a retaliatory decrease in services, which is not only a violation of my rights as a tenant but also a breach of our lease agreement. To provide some context, I have been living at the aforementioned property for [duration of tenancy]. During this time, I have consistently fulfilled my responsibilities as a tenant, adhering to the terms set forth in the lease agreement. In return, I would expect the landlord to fulfill their responsibilities, including the provision of essential services and maintenance of a habitable living environment. Unfortunately, over the past [duration of issue], I have observed a gradual decrease in the quality and availability of various services that we agreed upon in the lease agreement. The specific services affected include: 1. [List specific service(s) affected, e.g., Inadequate heating during colder months] 2. [List specific service(s) affected, e.g., Frequent disruptions in water supply] 3. [List specific service(s) affected, e.g., Failure to address plumbing issues promptly] It is evident that these actions constitute retaliation for [reasons, e.g., filing complaints, requesting repairs, or exercising my rights as a tenant]. Such retaliatory behavior is strictly prohibited under the Michigan Landlord-Tenant Relationship Act and numerous other state and federal laws protecting tenants' rights. I kindly request that you immediately cease this retaliatory decrease in services and restore the services to their previous standard, as outlined in our lease agreement. This is a formal notice to inform you of your legal obligations and give you an opportunity to rectify this issue promptly. Failure to take corrective action within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 14 days from the date of this letter] will leave me with no choice but to pursue legal remedies to enforce my rights as a tenant. These remedies may include filing a complaint with the appropriate regulatory agencies, seeking injunctive relief ordering the restoration of services, or pursuing compensation for any damages incurred due to your actions. I trust that as a responsible landlord, you value our mutually beneficial relationship and will take the necessary steps to address this issue promptly. I anticipate your written response within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 7 days from the date of this letter] to confirm your commitment to resolving this matter and restoring the agreed-upon services. Should you have any questions or require any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at [your phone number] or [your email address]. I am open to discussing this matter further and finding an amicable solution. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I trust that we can resolve this issue promptly and avoid any further escalation. Sincerely, [Your Name]