Sterling Heights Michigan Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to cease retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction

• Category: Michigan Landlord Tenant - Notices and Letters - Retaliation or Harassment
• State: Michigan
• City: Sterling Heights
• Control #: MI-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] [Sterling Heights, MI ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [Sterling Heights, MI ZIP Code] Subject: Notice to Cease Retaliatory Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of utmost concern regarding recent actions that I believe to be retaliatory in nature, threatening eviction or suggesting retaliatory eviction. It is my sincere hope that we can address and resolve this issue through open communication and cooperation. First and foremost, I would like to emphasize my intention to be a responsible and respectful tenant. Since I moved into the rental property at [Your Address], I have prioritized adhering to the terms and conditions of our lease agreement while maintaining the property's upkeep to the best of my abilities. I have always fulfilled my obligations promptly, both in terms of rent payments and the proper maintenance of the premises. However, I have noticed several incidents which have led me to believe that our peaceful tenant-landlord relationship has been compromised. These occurrences include verbal threats to evict me from the property and implications of a retaliatory eviction due to issues that were beyond my control, such as necessary maintenance requests or legitimate concerns I have expressed regarding the condition of the property. Retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory evictions are not only illegal under Michigan law but also a violation of my rights as a tenant. According to the Michigan Compiled Laws § 554.139, it is explicitly prohibited for a landlord to retaliate by threatening eviction or taking retaliatory actions against a tenant who has exercised their rights, such as making good faith complaints about the premises or repairs needed. I am sharing this information not to be confrontational but to ensure that we are all aware of our rights and responsibilities in this tenant-landlord relationship. Therefore, I kindly request that you immediately cease and desist any further retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory actions against me as your tenant. I genuinely believe that amicable resolution and mutual respect can be restored by addressing any concerns or issues through open dialogue and maintaining a constructive approach. Additionally, I kindly ask you to address any maintenance issues that require attention promptly, as it is our shared responsibility to ensure the property is safe and habitable for me as a tenant. By resolving these concerns, we can restore peace and harmony to our tenant-landlord relationship. Should these retaliatory actions persist or escalate further, I may have no choice but to seek legal remedies to protect my rights and find resolution. However, I sincerely hope that it does not come to that. Instead, I believe that engaging in a respectful and open conversation will lead to a mutually satisfactory outcome for both parties involved. I kindly ask for your prompt acknowledgement of this letter and an assurance that you will comply with the laws and regulations governing tenant-landlord relationships in the state of Michigan. I ask for our cooperation and commitment to maintain a positive and respectful atmosphere within the rental property. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I eagerly await your response and a swift resolution to this concern. Please feel free to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address] to discuss further or schedule a meeting at a mutually convenient time. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]

[Your Name] [Your Address] [Sterling Heights, MI ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [Sterling Heights, MI ZIP Code] Subject: Notice to Cease Retaliatory Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of utmost concern regarding recent actions that I believe to be retaliatory in nature, threatening eviction or suggesting retaliatory eviction. It is my sincere hope that we can address and resolve this issue through open communication and cooperation. First and foremost, I would like to emphasize my intention to be a responsible and respectful tenant. Since I moved into the rental property at [Your Address], I have prioritized adhering to the terms and conditions of our lease agreement while maintaining the property's upkeep to the best of my abilities. I have always fulfilled my obligations promptly, both in terms of rent payments and the proper maintenance of the premises. However, I have noticed several incidents which have led me to believe that our peaceful tenant-landlord relationship has been compromised. These occurrences include verbal threats to evict me from the property and implications of a retaliatory eviction due to issues that were beyond my control, such as necessary maintenance requests or legitimate concerns I have expressed regarding the condition of the property. Retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory evictions are not only illegal under Michigan law but also a violation of my rights as a tenant. According to the Michigan Compiled Laws § 554.139, it is explicitly prohibited for a landlord to retaliate by threatening eviction or taking retaliatory actions against a tenant who has exercised their rights, such as making good faith complaints about the premises or repairs needed. I am sharing this information not to be confrontational but to ensure that we are all aware of our rights and responsibilities in this tenant-landlord relationship. Therefore, I kindly request that you immediately cease and desist any further retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory actions against me as your tenant. I genuinely believe that amicable resolution and mutual respect can be restored by addressing any concerns or issues through open dialogue and maintaining a constructive approach. Additionally, I kindly ask you to address any maintenance issues that require attention promptly, as it is our shared responsibility to ensure the property is safe and habitable for me as a tenant. By resolving these concerns, we can restore peace and harmony to our tenant-landlord relationship. Should these retaliatory actions persist or escalate further, I may have no choice but to seek legal remedies to protect my rights and find resolution. However, I sincerely hope that it does not come to that. Instead, I believe that engaging in a respectful and open conversation will lead to a mutually satisfactory outcome for both parties involved. I kindly ask for your prompt acknowledgement of this letter and an assurance that you will comply with the laws and regulations governing tenant-landlord relationships in the state of Michigan. I ask for our cooperation and commitment to maintain a positive and respectful atmosphere within the rental property. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I eagerly await your response and a swift resolution to this concern. Please feel free to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address] to discuss further or schedule a meeting at a mutually convenient time. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]