Wake North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord responding to Notice to Terminate for Noncompliance - Noncompliant condition caused by Landlord's own deliberate or negligent act

• Category: North Carolina Landlord Tenant - Residential Leases - Termination
• State: North Carolina
• County: Wake
• Control #: NC-1035LT
• 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 a Landlord in response to Landlord's notice of eviction. Tenant asserts that the conditions which caused Landlord to evict Tenant were a result of Landlord's or Landlord's agents actions. Tenant requests non-eviction and repairs to the property immediately. Tenant reserves his/her legal rights at law to sue, etc. [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Response to Notice to Terminate for Noncompliance — Noncompliant condition caused by Landlord's own deliberate or negligent act Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing in response to the Notice to Terminate for Noncompliance that I received from you on [date], regarding the noncompliant condition within the rental property at [property address]. After careful consideration, I must express my concerns regarding the validity of the notice and bring to your attention the noncompliant condition caused by your own deliberate or negligent act. Firstly, I must assert that the noncompliant condition mentioned in the notice is a direct result of your deliberate or negligent behavior as the landlord. As per the terms of our lease agreement and the state laws of North Carolina, it is your responsibility to maintain the rental property in a habitable and safe condition. However, I have discovered that the presence of [specific noncompliant condition, e.g., mold growth, plumbing issues, electrical hazards, etc.] has been caused by your failure to address the necessary repairs and maintenance promptly. Furthermore, existing local and state laws obligate you to fulfill your duties as a landlord, including providing habitable living conditions, promptly repairing any defects, and ensuring compliance with all relevant health, safety, and housing codes. I regret to inform you that your failure to meet these obligations has not only caused inconvenience but also jeopardized my health and safety within the rental premises. I request that immediate action be taken to rectify the noncompliant condition and bring the property back to its habitable state. Furthermore, I kindly ask you to schedule necessary repairs or hires professionals to resolve the issue within the shortest time possible. Please keep in mind that should you fail to address this situation adequately, it may leave me with no choice but to exercise my rights as a tenant, which could include legal action or seeking assistance from the local housing authorities. In addition to addressing the noncompliant condition, I kindly request that you provide me with a written description of the specific actions you plan to take to ensure this type of issue does not reoccur in the future. This will help build trust and ensure the maintenance of a habitable and safe living environment throughout the remainder of my tenancy. I genuinely believe that we can resolve this matter in a fair and amicable manner through open communication and prompt action. I am willing to cooperate fully and expect the same level of cooperation from your end. Please do not hesitate to contact me at [phone number] or [email address] to discuss further or schedule a convenient time to inspect and address the noncompliant condition in person. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter, and I look forward to a swift resolution. Sincerely, [Your Name]

[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Response to Notice to Terminate for Noncompliance — Noncompliant condition caused by Landlord's own deliberate or negligent act Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing in response to the Notice to Terminate for Noncompliance that I received from you on [date], regarding the noncompliant condition within the rental property at [property address]. After careful consideration, I must express my concerns regarding the validity of the notice and bring to your attention the noncompliant condition caused by your own deliberate or negligent act. Firstly, I must assert that the noncompliant condition mentioned in the notice is a direct result of your deliberate or negligent behavior as the landlord. As per the terms of our lease agreement and the state laws of North Carolina, it is your responsibility to maintain the rental property in a habitable and safe condition. However, I have discovered that the presence of [specific noncompliant condition, e.g., mold growth, plumbing issues, electrical hazards, etc.] has been caused by your failure to address the necessary repairs and maintenance promptly. Furthermore, existing local and state laws obligate you to fulfill your duties as a landlord, including providing habitable living conditions, promptly repairing any defects, and ensuring compliance with all relevant health, safety, and housing codes. I regret to inform you that your failure to meet these obligations has not only caused inconvenience but also jeopardized my health and safety within the rental premises. I request that immediate action be taken to rectify the noncompliant condition and bring the property back to its habitable state. Furthermore, I kindly ask you to schedule necessary repairs or hires professionals to resolve the issue within the shortest time possible. Please keep in mind that should you fail to address this situation adequately, it may leave me with no choice but to exercise my rights as a tenant, which could include legal action or seeking assistance from the local housing authorities. In addition to addressing the noncompliant condition, I kindly request that you provide me with a written description of the specific actions you plan to take to ensure this type of issue does not reoccur in the future. This will help build trust and ensure the maintenance of a habitable and safe living environment throughout the remainder of my tenancy. I genuinely believe that we can resolve this matter in a fair and amicable manner through open communication and prompt action. I am willing to cooperate fully and expect the same level of cooperation from your end. Please do not hesitate to contact me at [phone number] or [email address] to discuss further or schedule a convenient time to inspect and address the noncompliant condition in person. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter, and I look forward to a swift resolution. Sincerely, [Your Name]