This is a letter from Tenant to Landlord in which Tenant claims that Landlord's failure to abide by the continuing requirements of the Lease Agreement by denying Tenant certain services is retaliation for some action initiated by Tenant. This letter provides notice to Landlord that such retaliatory action is in breach of the lease agreement and may constitute a further violation of the law.
[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 Cease Retaliatory Decrease in Services Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to inform you of a concerning matter regarding the recent decrease in services provided at [Rental Property Address] and to request your prompt attention in resolving this issue. As a tenant at [Rental Property Address] in Dayton, Ohio, I have noticed a significant reduction in essential services that were previously provided as per our lease agreement. These services include, but are not limited to, maintenance, repairs, pest control, trash removal, and other amenities that were originally part of the rental package. Since [date of decrease in services], there has been a noticeable decline in the quality of service and response time to maintenance requests. I have made numerous attempts to report these issues to your property management team via phone calls and written requests, but my concerns have gone unresolved. It is disheartening to experience such neglect while fulfilling my responsibilities as a tenant. I believe that this decrease in services is a direct result of my previous complaints regarding the living conditions in the rental unit. It is clearly stated as "retaliation" under Ohio law (Ohio Revised Code § 5321.02) that landlords are prohibited from decreasing services or retaliating against tenants who exercise their legal rights or make legitimate complaints about housing conditions. I am formally requesting, within the next [reasonable time frame, e.g. 14 days], that you cease the retaliatory decrease in services and reinstate the provision of the services as outlined in our lease agreement. I expect a written response from you acknowledging this matter and providing a clear plan of action to rectify the situation. Failure to comply with this notice will leave me with no choice but to pursue legal remedies available to me under Ohio law. Furthermore, I kindly request that you consult your legal counsel to ensure compliance with Ohio tenant laws and to avoid any potential legal consequences resulting from these actions. It is in our mutual interest to address this issue promptly and amicably, keeping in mind the importance of maintaining a positive landlord-tenant relationship. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I trust that we can work together to resolve these issues promptly, ensuring that our rental agreement is adhered to and that a conducive living environment is restored at [Rental Property Address]. Please feel free to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address] to discuss this further. 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 Cease Retaliatory Decrease in Services Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to inform you of a concerning matter regarding the recent decrease in services provided at [Rental Property Address] and to request your prompt attention in resolving this issue. As a tenant at [Rental Property Address] in Dayton, Ohio, I have noticed a significant reduction in essential services that were previously provided as per our lease agreement. These services include, but are not limited to, maintenance, repairs, pest control, trash removal, and other amenities that were originally part of the rental package. Since [date of decrease in services], there has been a noticeable decline in the quality of service and response time to maintenance requests. I have made numerous attempts to report these issues to your property management team via phone calls and written requests, but my concerns have gone unresolved. It is disheartening to experience such neglect while fulfilling my responsibilities as a tenant. I believe that this decrease in services is a direct result of my previous complaints regarding the living conditions in the rental unit. It is clearly stated as "retaliation" under Ohio law (Ohio Revised Code § 5321.02) that landlords are prohibited from decreasing services or retaliating against tenants who exercise their legal rights or make legitimate complaints about housing conditions. I am formally requesting, within the next [reasonable time frame, e.g. 14 days], that you cease the retaliatory decrease in services and reinstate the provision of the services as outlined in our lease agreement. I expect a written response from you acknowledging this matter and providing a clear plan of action to rectify the situation. Failure to comply with this notice will leave me with no choice but to pursue legal remedies available to me under Ohio law. Furthermore, I kindly request that you consult your legal counsel to ensure compliance with Ohio tenant laws and to avoid any potential legal consequences resulting from these actions. It is in our mutual interest to address this issue promptly and amicably, keeping in mind the importance of maintaining a positive landlord-tenant relationship. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I trust that we can work together to resolve these issues promptly, ensuring that our rental agreement is adhered to and that a conducive living environment is restored at [Rental Property Address]. Please feel free to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address] to discuss this further. Sincerely, [Your Name]
