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.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Re: 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 formally notify you of the disturbing and unacceptable retaliatory behavior that I have experienced as your tenant at [Rental Property Address] in Franklin, Ohio. It has come to my attention that you have made threats to evict me in a retaliatory manner following my raised concerns and legitimate requests for repairs and improvements in the rental premises. As a responsible tenant, I have always fulfilled my obligations, paid rent on time, and respected the terms and conditions outlined in the lease agreement. It is disheartening to be subjected to such threats and potentially face retaliatory eviction for exercising my rights as a tenant. I feel compelled to remind you that under Ohio law, retaliatory eviction and retaliatory threats to evict are both illegal. Section 5321.02 of the Ohio Revised Code protects tenants from being evicted or subjected to retaliatory actions for taking actions within their legal rights, such as requesting necessary repairs or reporting violations of the lease agreement. I kindly request that you immediately cease making any further retaliatory threats to evict me or engage in retaliatory actions, as this behavior is not only unethical but also in violation of state laws. Instead, I urge you to uphold your responsibilities as a landlord and address the legitimate concerns I have raised regarding the condition of the rental property. Additionally, I would appreciate a prompt response to this letter, confirming your understanding of the seriousness of the situation and your commitment to respecting my rights as a tenant. It is our shared responsibility to maintain a healthy and secure living environment, and I believe that by resolving these concerns, we can ensure a harmonious landlord-tenant relationship moving forward. In the event that this issue is not addressed promptly and the retaliatory behavior continues, I may be left with no choice but to take legal action to protect my rights and seek remedies available to me under Ohio law. I believe it is in both our best interests to find a resolution without resorting to such measures. Please consider this letter as an official notice of my expectation for you to cease any retaliatory threats to evict me or engage in retaliatory eviction. I trust that you will act responsibly and take the necessary steps to rectify this situation promptly. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to resolving these issues amicably and continuing a positive landlord-tenant relationship. Sincerely, [Your Name][Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Re: 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 formally notify you of the disturbing and unacceptable retaliatory behavior that I have experienced as your tenant at [Rental Property Address] in Franklin, Ohio. It has come to my attention that you have made threats to evict me in a retaliatory manner following my raised concerns and legitimate requests for repairs and improvements in the rental premises. As a responsible tenant, I have always fulfilled my obligations, paid rent on time, and respected the terms and conditions outlined in the lease agreement. It is disheartening to be subjected to such threats and potentially face retaliatory eviction for exercising my rights as a tenant. I feel compelled to remind you that under Ohio law, retaliatory eviction and retaliatory threats to evict are both illegal. Section 5321.02 of the Ohio Revised Code protects tenants from being evicted or subjected to retaliatory actions for taking actions within their legal rights, such as requesting necessary repairs or reporting violations of the lease agreement. I kindly request that you immediately cease making any further retaliatory threats to evict me or engage in retaliatory actions, as this behavior is not only unethical but also in violation of state laws. Instead, I urge you to uphold your responsibilities as a landlord and address the legitimate concerns I have raised regarding the condition of the rental property. Additionally, I would appreciate a prompt response to this letter, confirming your understanding of the seriousness of the situation and your commitment to respecting my rights as a tenant. It is our shared responsibility to maintain a healthy and secure living environment, and I believe that by resolving these concerns, we can ensure a harmonious landlord-tenant relationship moving forward. In the event that this issue is not addressed promptly and the retaliatory behavior continues, I may be left with no choice but to take legal action to protect my rights and seek remedies available to me under Ohio law. I believe it is in both our best interests to find a resolution without resorting to such measures. Please consider this letter as an official notice of my expectation for you to cease any retaliatory threats to evict me or engage in retaliatory eviction. I trust that you will act responsibly and take the necessary steps to rectify this situation promptly. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to resolving these issues amicably and continuing a positive landlord-tenant relationship. Sincerely, [Your Name]
