Raleigh North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice that premises in uninhabitable in violation of law and demand immediate repair

• Category: Landlord Tenant - Notices and Letters - Repairs
• State: North Carolina
• City: Raleigh
• Control #: NC-1002LT
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form is used by a tenant to notify the landlord that the leased premises are untenantable and uninhabitable. Through this form, the tenant makes a demand for repair of the premises. If repairs are not made by the landlord, the tenant may have the right to terminate the lease or abate rent.

Subject: Urgent Notice: Uninhabitable Premises In Violation of Health and Safety Regulations — Immediate Repair 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: Uninhabitable Premises In Violation of Health and Safety Regulations — Demand for Immediate Repair I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention the dire condition of the premises I currently occupy at [Rental Property Address] in Raleigh, North Carolina, which has become uninhabitable due to multiple violations of health and safety regulations, evident by the following concerns: 1. [Keyword: Health Code Violation] — [Describe the specific health code violation, e.g., presence of mold, pest infestation, unsafe electrical wiring, sewage backup, etc.] — [Highlight the potential health risks associated with the violation, such as respiratory issues or structural hazards.] 2. [Keyword: Building Code Violation] — [Describe the specific building code violation, e.g., faulty stairs, lack of fire safety measures, inadequate heating or ventilation, etc.] — [Explain how these violations pose a significant risk to the safety and well-being of the occupants.] 3. [Keyword: Safety Hazard] — [Identify any dangerous conditions that pose an immediate safety threat, such as leaking roofs, broken locks on entrances, exposed wiring, etc.] — [Emphasize the urgency of the repairs needed to mitigate the risk of accidents or potential liability issues.] As a tenant, I have the right to live in a safe and habitable environment under the North Carolina Residential Rental Agreements Act (N.C.G.S. § 42-42). It is evident that the current state of the property violates this legal obligation and poses an unacceptable level of risk to my health and safety. I hereby demand that you take immediate action to rectify the aforementioned issues within [reasonable timeframe] to restore the premises to a habitable condition. Should you fail to address these violations promptly, I am compelled to remind you of your duty to fulfill your statutory obligations as a landlord. According to North Carolina law, if repairs are not made within a reasonable period, I reserve the right to exercise the following options: 1. Termination of Lease Agreement: — In light of the uninhabitable conditions, I may be forced to terminate the lease agreement, freeing me from any further obligations. 2. Withholding Rent or Repair and Deduct: — I may exercise my right under N.C.G.S. § 42-44 to withhold rent until the necessary repairs are completed, or arrange and pay for the repairs myself and deduct the expenses from future rent payments. 3. Legal Action: — If no appropriate action is taken in response to this notice, I may find it necessary to pursue legal remedies available to me under North Carolina law, including seeking damages for any harm suffered due to the uninhabitable conditions. Please take this matter seriously and prioritize the necessary repairs immediately, as I am eager to continue residing in a safe and healthy environment. I kindly request that you inform me in writing of your proposed plan of action and anticipated timeframe for completing the repairs within [reasonable timeframe] from the receipt of this letter. I look forward to your prompt response and resolution to these pressing matters. Failure to address these violations as required by law will leave me no alternative but to pursue further action to enforce my rights as a tenant. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]