It is a letter from Tenant to Landlord containing a notice to landlord to withdraw improper rent increase due to violation of rent control ordinance. This notice informs Landlord that improper increase of rent may be unlawful.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice to Withdraw Improper Rent Increase due to Violation of Rent Control Ordinance Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and well-being. I am writing to discuss the recent rent increase notice I received, which I believe violates the rent control ordinance of Portland, Oregon. As you may be aware, Portland has strict regulations in place to protect tenants from unfair and arbitrary rent increases. The rent control ordinance stipulates that rent increases cannot exceed the annual limit set by the Portland Housing Bureau (PUB) and must adhere to specific guidelines outlined in the ordinance. Upon carefully reviewing the rent increase notice, I discovered several discrepancies that lead me to believe it violates the rent control ordinance. I kindly request you to review the points outlined below and withdraw the improper rent increase: 1. Annual Rent Increase Limit: The rent increase specified exceeds the maximum allowable limit set by the PUB. According to the rent control ordinance, landlords are restricted from increasing the rent by more than the approved annual percentage, which is currently [current annual percentage]. 2. Proper Notice: The rent increase notice does not provide the required advance notice of at least 90 days, as stipulated under the rent control ordinance. As a tenant, it is my right to be given sufficient notice well in advance to prepare for any financial implications. 3. Proper Justification: The rent increase notice lacks a valid justification, as required by the rent control ordinance. Landlords are obligated to provide a legitimate reason for the rent increase, such as substantial repairs or improvements to the property, which is not mentioned within the notice. Considering the aforementioned discrepancies, I kindly request that you promptly withdraw the improper rent increase notice and revert to the current lawful rent amount. I believe it is in both of our interests to comply with the rent control ordinance and maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship. Failure to address this issue in a timely manner and rectify the improper rent increase may result in further legal actions to uphold my rights as a tenant under the rent control ordinance. I propose that we resolve this matter amicably and promptly. I would be more than willing to discuss the issue further or provide any additional documentation to support my claim. Please advise on a convenient time and date for a meeting to discuss this matter. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response. Yours sincerely, [Your Name][Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice to Withdraw Improper Rent Increase due to Violation of Rent Control Ordinance Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and well-being. I am writing to discuss the recent rent increase notice I received, which I believe violates the rent control ordinance of Portland, Oregon. As you may be aware, Portland has strict regulations in place to protect tenants from unfair and arbitrary rent increases. The rent control ordinance stipulates that rent increases cannot exceed the annual limit set by the Portland Housing Bureau (PUB) and must adhere to specific guidelines outlined in the ordinance. Upon carefully reviewing the rent increase notice, I discovered several discrepancies that lead me to believe it violates the rent control ordinance. I kindly request you to review the points outlined below and withdraw the improper rent increase: 1. Annual Rent Increase Limit: The rent increase specified exceeds the maximum allowable limit set by the PUB. According to the rent control ordinance, landlords are restricted from increasing the rent by more than the approved annual percentage, which is currently [current annual percentage]. 2. Proper Notice: The rent increase notice does not provide the required advance notice of at least 90 days, as stipulated under the rent control ordinance. As a tenant, it is my right to be given sufficient notice well in advance to prepare for any financial implications. 3. Proper Justification: The rent increase notice lacks a valid justification, as required by the rent control ordinance. Landlords are obligated to provide a legitimate reason for the rent increase, such as substantial repairs or improvements to the property, which is not mentioned within the notice. Considering the aforementioned discrepancies, I kindly request that you promptly withdraw the improper rent increase notice and revert to the current lawful rent amount. I believe it is in both of our interests to comply with the rent control ordinance and maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship. Failure to address this issue in a timely manner and rectify the improper rent increase may result in further legal actions to uphold my rights as a tenant under the rent control ordinance. I propose that we resolve this matter amicably and promptly. I would be more than willing to discuss the issue further or provide any additional documentation to support my claim. Please advise on a convenient time and date for a meeting to discuss this matter. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]
