Minneapolis Landlord About Statement

• Category: Minnesota Landlord Tenant - Notices and Letters - Repairs
• State: Minnesota
• City: Minneapolis
• Control #: MN-1012LT
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form covers the subject matter described in the form's title for your State. This letter is written by a Tenant to Landlord requesting again that Landlord make repairs to leased premises that Tenant had previously requested. Tenant reserves the right to take legal action against Landlord including the right to sue for available relief. Subject: Urgent Notice of Landlord's Failure to Make Required Repairs — Immediate Action Required [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], RE: NOTICE OF LANDLORD'S FAILURE TO MAKE REQUIRED REPAIRS I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring your immediate attention to the numerous unresolved repairs required within the property I am currently renting at [Rental Property Address], in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 1. Reference to Repairs: I would like to document the following outstanding repairs that have been previously reported to you, [Landlord's Name], on [Date of Initial Complaint]: 1.1. [Specify the repairs in detail — e.g., leaking faucet in the bathroom, water damage on the ceiling, broken heating system, exposed electrical wiring, etc.] 2. Negligible Progress: Despite verbal and written requests made on [Dates of Follow-up Complaints], no significant action has been taken to address these issues. Consequently, I am experiencing considerable inconvenience and potential health and safety hazards within the rental unit. 3. Legal Rights: As a tenant, I am protected by Minnesota law (Minnesota Statutes § 504B) which mandates landlords to fulfill their responsibilities to maintain the premises in a habitable condition. Specifically, Section 504B.161 explicitly states that a landlord must promptly respond to and address requests for repairs. 4. Due Diligence: In accordance with the law, I have made a reasonable effort to promptly notify you of these outstanding repairs and have given you adequate time to address the issues. Despite our written and verbal exchanges, the repairs remain unresolved, leaving me no choice but to seek necessary remedies. 5. Requested Remedies: Considering the severity of these ongoing issues, I kindly request the following resolutions be promptly executed within the next [reasonable timeframe — e.g., 10 business days] to ensure my safety, comfort, and compliance with Minnesota's habitability standards: 5.1. Repairs to be completed by licensed and qualified professionals. 5.2. Detailed documentation and receipts for repairs performed. 5.3. Compensation for any damages caused by the lack of repairs or the repairs themselves. 6. Escalation: Please be advised that if the requested repairs are not completed within the given time frame, I have no choice but to exercise my right to pursue legal actions to seek appropriate remedies and compensation under Minnesota law. 7. Contacts: I kindly request that you acknowledge receipt of this letter in writing. Please reach out to me to schedule a mutually convenient time for a preliminary inspection of the property and to discuss how the repairs will be rectified. I trust that you will understand the urgency of this matter and take the necessary steps to resolve these issues as swiftly as possible. It is my sincere hope that we can resolve this amicably, without the need for further legal recourse. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name]

Subject: Urgent Notice of Landlord's Failure to Make Required Repairs — Immediate Action Required [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], RE: NOTICE OF LANDLORD'S FAILURE TO MAKE REQUIRED REPAIRS I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring your immediate attention to the numerous unresolved repairs required within the property I am currently renting at [Rental Property Address], in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 1. Reference to Repairs: I would like to document the following outstanding repairs that have been previously reported to you, [Landlord's Name], on [Date of Initial Complaint]: 1.1. [Specify the repairs in detail — e.g., leaking faucet in the bathroom, water damage on the ceiling, broken heating system, exposed electrical wiring, etc.] 2. Negligible Progress: Despite verbal and written requests made on [Dates of Follow-up Complaints], no significant action has been taken to address these issues. Consequently, I am experiencing considerable inconvenience and potential health and safety hazards within the rental unit. 3. Legal Rights: As a tenant, I am protected by Minnesota law (Minnesota Statutes § 504B) which mandates landlords to fulfill their responsibilities to maintain the premises in a habitable condition. Specifically, Section 504B.161 explicitly states that a landlord must promptly respond to and address requests for repairs. 4. Due Diligence: In accordance with the law, I have made a reasonable effort to promptly notify you of these outstanding repairs and have given you adequate time to address the issues. Despite our written and verbal exchanges, the repairs remain unresolved, leaving me no choice but to seek necessary remedies. 5. Requested Remedies: Considering the severity of these ongoing issues, I kindly request the following resolutions be promptly executed within the next [reasonable timeframe — e.g., 10 business days] to ensure my safety, comfort, and compliance with Minnesota's habitability standards: 5.1. Repairs to be completed by licensed and qualified professionals. 5.2. Detailed documentation and receipts for repairs performed. 5.3. Compensation for any damages caused by the lack of repairs or the repairs themselves. 6. Escalation: Please be advised that if the requested repairs are not completed within the given time frame, I have no choice but to exercise my right to pursue legal actions to seek appropriate remedies and compensation under Minnesota law. 7. Contacts: I kindly request that you acknowledge receipt of this letter in writing. Please reach out to me to schedule a mutually convenient time for a preliminary inspection of the property and to discuss how the repairs will be rectified. I trust that you will understand the urgency of this matter and take the necessary steps to resolve these issues as swiftly as possible. It is my sincere hope that we can resolve this amicably, without the need for further legal recourse. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name]