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 address a matter that has recently come to my attention — the retaliatory rent increase that was imposed on [date of rent increase]. I kindly request that you withdraw this unfair and unwarranted rent increase. As you know, I have been a tenant at [property address] for [time period as a tenant]. During my tenancy, I have been punctual with rent payments, promptly reported any maintenance issues, and have consistently adhered to the terms of our lease agreement. It is disheartening to discover that my good standing as a tenant has been met with a retaliatory action such as this rent increase. I urge you to understand that this retaliatory rent increase is in direct violation of [relevant state or city] landlord-tenant laws. According to [cite specific laws or regulations], a landlord is prohibited from retaliating against a tenant for exercising their legal rights or acting in good faith. This includes, but is not limited to, filing complaints regarding habitability issues, requesting repairs, or participating in tenant organizations. Furthermore, it is crucial to highlight that the timing of this rent increase is highly suspicious. It coincides with my recent request for repairs to the leaking plumbing system in my unit, which I notified you of on [date of repair request]. I believe that this rent increase is a direct response to my legitimate concern regarding the condition of my living space. I want to remind you that our landlord-tenant relationship should be based on mutual respect, transparency, and compliance with state laws. Furthermore, I have always fulfilled my obligations as a tenant, and it is essential that you fulfill your obligations as a landlord by providing a safe and habitable living environment, addressing maintenance issues in a timely manner, and refraining from retaliatory actions. In light of the above, I demand that you immediately withdraw the retaliatory rent increase and restore the previous rental amount within [time frame, e.g., 14 days]. Failure to do so will leave me no option but to explore further legal remedies available to me. I would prefer to resolve this matter amicably and maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship, as long as my rights as a tenant are respected. I kindly request that you respond in writing within [reasonable time frame] to confirm your withdrawal of the rent increase and to address any concerns you may have. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I believe that we can quickly resolve this issue and continue our landlord-tenant relationship in a cordial and mutually beneficial manner. 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 address a matter that has recently come to my attention — the retaliatory rent increase that was imposed on [date of rent increase]. I kindly request that you withdraw this unfair and unwarranted rent increase. As you know, I have been a tenant at [property address] for [time period as a tenant]. During my tenancy, I have been punctual with rent payments, promptly reported any maintenance issues, and have consistently adhered to the terms of our lease agreement. It is disheartening to discover that my good standing as a tenant has been met with a retaliatory action such as this rent increase. I urge you to understand that this retaliatory rent increase is in direct violation of [relevant state or city] landlord-tenant laws. According to [cite specific laws or regulations], a landlord is prohibited from retaliating against a tenant for exercising their legal rights or acting in good faith. This includes, but is not limited to, filing complaints regarding habitability issues, requesting repairs, or participating in tenant organizations. Furthermore, it is crucial to highlight that the timing of this rent increase is highly suspicious. It coincides with my recent request for repairs to the leaking plumbing system in my unit, which I notified you of on [date of repair request]. I believe that this rent increase is a direct response to my legitimate concern regarding the condition of my living space. I want to remind you that our landlord-tenant relationship should be based on mutual respect, transparency, and compliance with state laws. Furthermore, I have always fulfilled my obligations as a tenant, and it is essential that you fulfill your obligations as a landlord by providing a safe and habitable living environment, addressing maintenance issues in a timely manner, and refraining from retaliatory actions. In light of the above, I demand that you immediately withdraw the retaliatory rent increase and restore the previous rental amount within [time frame, e.g., 14 days]. Failure to do so will leave me no option but to explore further legal remedies available to me. I would prefer to resolve this matter amicably and maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship, as long as my rights as a tenant are respected. I kindly request that you respond in writing within [reasonable time frame] to confirm your withdrawal of the rent increase and to address any concerns you may have. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I believe that we can quickly resolve this issue and continue our landlord-tenant relationship in a cordial and mutually beneficial manner. Sincerely, [Your Name]