Jersey City New Jersey Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to withdraw retaliatory rent increase

• Category: New Jersey Landlord Tenant - Notices and Letters - Rent
• State: New Jersey
• City: Jersey City
• Control #: NJ-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. [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to formally notify you of my discontent with the recent rent increase of [amount or percentage] on my [apartment/house] located at [your address]. It has come to my attention that this rent increase may be in direct violation of [section or statute number] of the landlord-tenant laws of Jersey City, New Jersey. I have been residing in this property for [duration] and have always fulfilled my obligations as a dependable tenant. It is appalling to discover that this rent increase was implemented as a direct response to my concerns and requests for necessary repairs and maintenance improvements within the premises. This action can be perceived as retaliatory, which is strictly prohibited under the laws that govern our landlord-tenant relationship. As a tenant, I have the right to a safe, habitable, and well-maintained living environment. By attempting to pressure me financially through this retaliatory rent increase, it appears that my rights as a tenant are being compromised. Jersey City's landlord-tenant laws are designed specifically to protect tenants from these types of retaliatory actions, ensuring that our housing rights are upheld. I kindly request that you withdraw the retaliatory rent increase and return the rent to its previous rate, effective immediately. I trust that you understand the implications and potential legal consequences associated with such actions, and I sincerely hope that this matter can be resolved amicably. In case you require any additional information or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me at [phone number] or via email at [email address]. I have kept a complete record of correspondence and evidence documenting our previous conversations to support my claims. However, I believe that open communication can help resolve the issue without any further legal action. Therefore, I kindly request a prompt response acknowledging the withdrawal of the rent increase or a meeting to discuss this matter further. I hope we can find a solution that satisfies both parties and preserves the positive landlord-tenant relationship we previously enjoyed. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I look forward to resolving this issue promptly and amicably. Yours 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: Notice to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to formally notify you of my discontent with the recent rent increase of [amount or percentage] on my [apartment/house] located at [your address]. It has come to my attention that this rent increase may be in direct violation of [section or statute number] of the landlord-tenant laws of Jersey City, New Jersey. I have been residing in this property for [duration] and have always fulfilled my obligations as a dependable tenant. It is appalling to discover that this rent increase was implemented as a direct response to my concerns and requests for necessary repairs and maintenance improvements within the premises. This action can be perceived as retaliatory, which is strictly prohibited under the laws that govern our landlord-tenant relationship. As a tenant, I have the right to a safe, habitable, and well-maintained living environment. By attempting to pressure me financially through this retaliatory rent increase, it appears that my rights as a tenant are being compromised. Jersey City's landlord-tenant laws are designed specifically to protect tenants from these types of retaliatory actions, ensuring that our housing rights are upheld. I kindly request that you withdraw the retaliatory rent increase and return the rent to its previous rate, effective immediately. I trust that you understand the implications and potential legal consequences associated with such actions, and I sincerely hope that this matter can be resolved amicably. In case you require any additional information or clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me at [phone number] or via email at [email address]. I have kept a complete record of correspondence and evidence documenting our previous conversations to support my claims. However, I believe that open communication can help resolve the issue without any further legal action. Therefore, I kindly request a prompt response acknowledging the withdrawal of the rent increase or a meeting to discuss this matter further. I hope we can find a solution that satisfies both parties and preserves the positive landlord-tenant relationship we previously enjoyed. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I look forward to resolving this issue promptly and amicably. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]