Albuquerque New Mexico Letter from Tenant to Landlord for Failure of Landlord to comply with building codes affecting health and safety or resulting in untenantable condition - demand for remedy

• Category: New Mexico Landlord Tenant - Notices and Letters
• State: New Mexico
• City: Albuquerque
• Control #: NM-1039LT
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form covers the subject matter described in the form's title for your State. This is a demand letter from Tenant to Landlord demanding that leased conditions be repaired or remedied within ten days and made compliant with building codes. The condition of the leased premises are currently unsafe and/or unhealthy. Title: Albuquerque New Mexico Letter from Tenant to Landlord: Demanding Remedy for Failure to Comply with Building Codes Affecting Health and Safety Keywords: Albuquerque New Mexico, letter from tenant to landlord, failure to comply, building codes, health and safety, untenantable condition, demand for remedy. Introduction: [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord’s Name] [Landlord’s Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Demand for Remedy — Failure to Comply with Building Codes Affecting Health and Safety Dear [Landlord’s Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring your immediate attention to serious concerns regarding building code violations affecting the health and safety of myself and other tenants. Despite repeated attempts to address these issues, there has been a persistent failure on your part to rectify the situation. As a tenant, I assert my rights to a safe and habitable living environment, which I believe are being compromised due to your negligence. Description of Building Code Violations: I have thoroughly documented the various building code violations that exist on the premises, as outlined by the Albuquerque New Mexico building codes. The violations that particularly affect the health and safety of the tenants include, but are not limited to: 1. [Specify violation 1]: (Include specific details, such as broken smoke detectors or exposed wiring) 2. [Specify violation 2]: (Include specific details, such as water leaks or mold growth) 3. [Specify violation 3]: (Include specific details, such as inadequate ventilation or pest infestation) Impact on Habitability and Tenant Safety: These violations have substantially compromised the habitability of the premises, rendering it in an untenantable condition. I am deeply concerned about the following health and safety risks they pose: 1. [Specify risk 1]: (Describe the possible consequences, such as potential fire hazards or electrical accidents) 2. [Specify risk 2]: (Describe the possible consequences, such as respiratory issues or allergies due to mold) 3. [Specify risk 3]: (Describe the possible consequences, such as unsanitary conditions leading to pest-borne diseases) Demand for Remedy: In accordance with my rights as a tenant and the requirements set forth by Albuquerque New Mexico building codes, I demand the following remedies: 1. Immediate rectification of the aforementioned violations to ensure compliance with building codes. 2. Timely notification of the specific corrective actions that will be taken. 3. A reasonable timeline for completion of the necessary repairs and renovations. 4. Provision of alternative accommodation if the repairs are expected to cause significant disruption to everyday life. 5. Compensatory measures in the form of a rent reduction for the period during which the untenantable conditions persist. By failing to rectify these violations, you are breaching your responsibilities as a landlord. I kindly request that you consider this matter with the utmost urgency and take immediate action to address the outlined issues. Please respond to this letter within [specify a reasonable time frame] to confirm your course of action to ensure compliance with building codes and to restore a safe and habitable environment. Know that in the event of continued negligence or lack of response, I may consider taking further legal action to protect my rights and seek appropriate remedies. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to a swift resolution. Sincerely, [Your Name]

Title: Albuquerque New Mexico Letter from Tenant to Landlord: Demanding Remedy for Failure to Comply with Building Codes Affecting Health and Safety Keywords: Albuquerque New Mexico, letter from tenant to landlord, failure to comply, building codes, health and safety, untenantable condition, demand for remedy. Introduction: [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord’s Name] [Landlord’s Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Demand for Remedy — Failure to Comply with Building Codes Affecting Health and Safety Dear [Landlord’s Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring your immediate attention to serious concerns regarding building code violations affecting the health and safety of myself and other tenants. Despite repeated attempts to address these issues, there has been a persistent failure on your part to rectify the situation. As a tenant, I assert my rights to a safe and habitable living environment, which I believe are being compromised due to your negligence. Description of Building Code Violations: I have thoroughly documented the various building code violations that exist on the premises, as outlined by the Albuquerque New Mexico building codes. The violations that particularly affect the health and safety of the tenants include, but are not limited to: 1. [Specify violation 1]: (Include specific details, such as broken smoke detectors or exposed wiring) 2. [Specify violation 2]: (Include specific details, such as water leaks or mold growth) 3. [Specify violation 3]: (Include specific details, such as inadequate ventilation or pest infestation) Impact on Habitability and Tenant Safety: These violations have substantially compromised the habitability of the premises, rendering it in an untenantable condition. I am deeply concerned about the following health and safety risks they pose: 1. [Specify risk 1]: (Describe the possible consequences, such as potential fire hazards or electrical accidents) 2. [Specify risk 2]: (Describe the possible consequences, such as respiratory issues or allergies due to mold) 3. [Specify risk 3]: (Describe the possible consequences, such as unsanitary conditions leading to pest-borne diseases) Demand for Remedy: In accordance with my rights as a tenant and the requirements set forth by Albuquerque New Mexico building codes, I demand the following remedies: 1. Immediate rectification of the aforementioned violations to ensure compliance with building codes. 2. Timely notification of the specific corrective actions that will be taken. 3. A reasonable timeline for completion of the necessary repairs and renovations. 4. Provision of alternative accommodation if the repairs are expected to cause significant disruption to everyday life. 5. Compensatory measures in the form of a rent reduction for the period during which the untenantable conditions persist. By failing to rectify these violations, you are breaching your responsibilities as a landlord. I kindly request that you consider this matter with the utmost urgency and take immediate action to address the outlined issues. Please respond to this letter within [specify a reasonable time frame] to confirm your course of action to ensure compliance with building codes and to restore a safe and habitable environment. Know that in the event of continued negligence or lack of response, I may consider taking further legal action to protect my rights and seek appropriate remedies. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to a swift resolution. Sincerely, [Your Name]