Wake North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to withdraw retaliatory rent increase

• Category: North Carolina Landlord Tenant - Notices and Letters - Rent
• State: North Carolina
• County: Wake
• Control #: NC-1060LT
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This notice regarding Retaliatory Rent Increase, complies with state housing laws and informs Landlord that it is unlawful for a landlord to discriminatorily increase a tenant's rent or decrease services to a tenant, or to bring or threaten to bring an action for possession or other civil action, primarily because the landlord is retaliating against the tenant. Subject: Urgent Notice to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase — Wake, North Carolina [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], RE: Notice to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring a matter of extreme concern to your attention regarding the recent rent increase I received. I would like to formally request the withdrawal of this retaliatory rent increase effective immediately. As a tenant residing within [property address], I have always considered this property as my home and have taken care of it responsibly throughout my tenancy. I believe in maintaining an amicable landlord-tenant relationship, and it is in this spirit that I reach out to address the current situation. It has come to my attention that the rent increase I received shortly after [specific date] may be retaliatory in nature and an attempt to penalize me for exercising my rights as a tenant. This retaliation stems from my prior communication with you, highlighting the issues and necessary repairs that require attention within the property. I firmly believe that I was well within my rights to notify you of these concerns and that imposing a rent increase as a response constitutes a violation of those rights. Under the laws of North Carolina, specifically under the North Carolina Residential Rental Agreements Act, it is deemed illegal for a landlord to retaliate against a tenant for good faith actions such as making requests for essential repairs or reporting code violations. In this case, I have documented evidence of my communications with you concerning the repair needs within the property, and the retaliatory rent increase gives rise to serious concerns regarding compliance with the law. Furthermore, I have consulted with legal professionals and local tenant rights advocates who have validated my claim and strongly advised me to assert my rights in this matter. While I would prefer to reach an amicable resolution, should the retaliatory rent increase persist, I may have no choice but to explore all available legal remedies and file a complaint with the appropriate authorities. In light of the above, I kindly request that you immediately withdraw the retaliatory rent increase I received and adjust the future rent to conform to the current market rates within the Wake, North Carolina area. I believe that by resolving this matter in a fair and lawful manner, we can maintain a harmonious landlord-tenant relationship moving forward. Please confirm your acknowledgment of this notice by providing a written response within [specify a reasonable timeframe] from the date on this letter. Should I not receive a response within this timeframe, I will have to seek further recourse in pursuing my rights as a tenant under the applicable laws. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. I trust that we can resolve this issue promptly and take the necessary steps to ensure a harmonious and mutually beneficial tenancy. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Information] --- Alternative Letters: 1. Wake North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase (Non-repair-related issues) 2. Wake North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase (Code violation report) 3. Wake North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase (Multiple repair-related issues) 4. Wake North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase (Request for reasonable accommodation) 5. Wake North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase (Improper eviction notice) 6. Wake North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase (Interference with privacy rights).

Subject: Urgent Notice to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase — Wake, North Carolina [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], RE: Notice to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring a matter of extreme concern to your attention regarding the recent rent increase I received. I would like to formally request the withdrawal of this retaliatory rent increase effective immediately. As a tenant residing within [property address], I have always considered this property as my home and have taken care of it responsibly throughout my tenancy. I believe in maintaining an amicable landlord-tenant relationship, and it is in this spirit that I reach out to address the current situation. It has come to my attention that the rent increase I received shortly after [specific date] may be retaliatory in nature and an attempt to penalize me for exercising my rights as a tenant. This retaliation stems from my prior communication with you, highlighting the issues and necessary repairs that require attention within the property. I firmly believe that I was well within my rights to notify you of these concerns and that imposing a rent increase as a response constitutes a violation of those rights. Under the laws of North Carolina, specifically under the North Carolina Residential Rental Agreements Act, it is deemed illegal for a landlord to retaliate against a tenant for good faith actions such as making requests for essential repairs or reporting code violations. In this case, I have documented evidence of my communications with you concerning the repair needs within the property, and the retaliatory rent increase gives rise to serious concerns regarding compliance with the law. Furthermore, I have consulted with legal professionals and local tenant rights advocates who have validated my claim and strongly advised me to assert my rights in this matter. While I would prefer to reach an amicable resolution, should the retaliatory rent increase persist, I may have no choice but to explore all available legal remedies and file a complaint with the appropriate authorities. In light of the above, I kindly request that you immediately withdraw the retaliatory rent increase I received and adjust the future rent to conform to the current market rates within the Wake, North Carolina area. I believe that by resolving this matter in a fair and lawful manner, we can maintain a harmonious landlord-tenant relationship moving forward. Please confirm your acknowledgment of this notice by providing a written response within [specify a reasonable timeframe] from the date on this letter. Should I not receive a response within this timeframe, I will have to seek further recourse in pursuing my rights as a tenant under the applicable laws. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. I trust that we can resolve this issue promptly and take the necessary steps to ensure a harmonious and mutually beneficial tenancy. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Information] --- Alternative Letters: 1. Wake North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase (Non-repair-related issues) 2. Wake North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase (Code violation report) 3. Wake North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase (Multiple repair-related issues) 4. Wake North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase (Request for reasonable accommodation) 5. Wake North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase (Improper eviction notice) 6. Wake North Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase (Interference with privacy rights).