Rochester New York Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to cease retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction

• Category: New York Landlord Tenant - Notices and Letters - Retaliation or Harassment
• State: New York
• City: Rochester
• Control #: NY-1063LT
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This is a form from a Tenant to Landlord in response to Landlord's threat to evict Tenant from the premises. Tenant is contending that Landlord's threat to evict is retaliatory in nature and was done so in response to Tenant's actions as specified in the form. This form complies with state Housing Laws. [Rochester, New York] [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Notice to Cease Retaliatory Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a matter that has been causing me significant concern and distress regarding recent interactions between us. It has come to my attention that you have been making retaliatory threats to evict or have even engaged in retaliatory evictions against me as a tenant. First and foremost, I would like to draw your attention to the fact that retaliatory actions by a landlord are strictly prohibited under tenant's rights laws in New York State. The purpose of this letter is to formally notify you of your legal obligations and to request an immediate cessation of any retaliatory actions on your part. According to the New York State Office of the Attorney General's Tenant's Rights Guide, retaliatory eviction refers to any action taken by a landlord that negatively impacts a tenant's rights or peaceful enjoyment of the premises as a response to the exercise of their rights as a tenant. These rights include, but are not limited to, filing a complaint with a governmental agency, reporting health and safety violations, exercising legal rights under the lease agreement, or joining a tenant's organization. As your tenant, I have actively and lawfully exercised my rights within the scope of my tenancy agreement. It is my belief that the recent threats you have made, [specify the incidents of retaliation, if any, in detail], are in direct response to my exercise of these rights and represent a clear case of illegal retaliatory action. In light of the aforementioned, I kindly request that you cease any further retaliatory threats to evict me or engage in any form of retaliatory eviction. I am committed to maintaining a mutually respectful and professional relationship between us, and I believe that resolving this matter amicably is in the best interest of both parties involved. It is important to note that retaliatory actions carry serious legal consequences, including potential civil liability for damages and attorneys' fees, as well as potential criminal charges. I trust that as a responsible landlord, you understand the importance of adhering to the law and treating your tenants fairly and respectfully. To demonstrate your commitment to resolving this matter, I kindly request a written response within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 10 business days] from the date of this letter. This response should confirm your acknowledgment of my rights as a tenant, your intention to cease any retaliatory actions, and your commitment to ensuring a peaceful and harmonious tenancy. Should you fail to comply with this notice, please be aware that I will have no choice but to explore all available legal remedies to protect my rights as a tenant. This may include filing a complaint with the appropriate governmental agency and pursuing legal action to seek remedies and financial compensation for the damages caused by your retaliatory actions. I trust that this matter can be resolved promptly and amicably. I value our previous positive interactions and sincerely hope we can continue to maintain a healthy and respectful landlord-tenant relationship. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name]

[Rochester, New York] [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Notice to Cease Retaliatory Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a matter that has been causing me significant concern and distress regarding recent interactions between us. It has come to my attention that you have been making retaliatory threats to evict or have even engaged in retaliatory evictions against me as a tenant. First and foremost, I would like to draw your attention to the fact that retaliatory actions by a landlord are strictly prohibited under tenant's rights laws in New York State. The purpose of this letter is to formally notify you of your legal obligations and to request an immediate cessation of any retaliatory actions on your part. According to the New York State Office of the Attorney General's Tenant's Rights Guide, retaliatory eviction refers to any action taken by a landlord that negatively impacts a tenant's rights or peaceful enjoyment of the premises as a response to the exercise of their rights as a tenant. These rights include, but are not limited to, filing a complaint with a governmental agency, reporting health and safety violations, exercising legal rights under the lease agreement, or joining a tenant's organization. As your tenant, I have actively and lawfully exercised my rights within the scope of my tenancy agreement. It is my belief that the recent threats you have made, [specify the incidents of retaliation, if any, in detail], are in direct response to my exercise of these rights and represent a clear case of illegal retaliatory action. In light of the aforementioned, I kindly request that you cease any further retaliatory threats to evict me or engage in any form of retaliatory eviction. I am committed to maintaining a mutually respectful and professional relationship between us, and I believe that resolving this matter amicably is in the best interest of both parties involved. It is important to note that retaliatory actions carry serious legal consequences, including potential civil liability for damages and attorneys' fees, as well as potential criminal charges. I trust that as a responsible landlord, you understand the importance of adhering to the law and treating your tenants fairly and respectfully. To demonstrate your commitment to resolving this matter, I kindly request a written response within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 10 business days] from the date of this letter. This response should confirm your acknowledgment of my rights as a tenant, your intention to cease any retaliatory actions, and your commitment to ensuring a peaceful and harmonious tenancy. Should you fail to comply with this notice, please be aware that I will have no choice but to explore all available legal remedies to protect my rights as a tenant. This may include filing a complaint with the appropriate governmental agency and pursuing legal action to seek remedies and financial compensation for the damages caused by your retaliatory actions. I trust that this matter can be resolved promptly and amicably. I value our previous positive interactions and sincerely hope we can continue to maintain a healthy and respectful landlord-tenant relationship. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name]