Philadelphia Pennsylvania Letter from Tenant to Landlord about Fair Housing Reduction or Denial of services to Family with Children

• Category: Pennsylvania Landlord Tenant - Fair Housing Act
• State: Pennsylvania
• County: Philadelphia
• Control #: PA-1024LT
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form covers the subject matter described in the form's title for your State. This is a letter from Tenant to Landlord providing notice that Landlord is in violation of the Fair Housing Act through a reduction of denial of services to familiies with children. It is unlawful to deny or discriminate in housing because of race, color, religion, sex, familial status, or national origin. [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], Re: Fair Housing Reduction or Denial of Services to Family with Children I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring a matter of utmost concern to your attention regarding the fair housing rights of my family and me as your tenants at [Property Address]. It has come to my knowledge that there may be a potential violation of fair housing laws specifically related to the reduction or denial of services due to having children in our family. As you may be aware, the Fair Housing Act (FHA) prohibits discrimination on the basis of familial status, encompassing families with children under the age of 18. This includes any actions by a landlord that result in the reduction or denial of essential services or amenities solely based on the presence of children in the household. Since becoming a tenant at [Property Address], we have experienced the following instances that raise concerns of potential discrimination: 1. [Describe the incident(s) where services or amenities were reduced or denied solely due to having children. Provide specific details, dates, and any communication or evidence available.] These instances of apparent discrimination not only go against the principles of fair housing but also put an undue burden on our family, denying us the equal opportunities and rights that are protected under the law. I kindly request your immediate attention to rectify this situation by taking appropriate action to ensure that our fair housing rights are respected, protected, and upheld. I urge you to eliminate any discriminatory practices and provide the necessary services and amenities to our family without any reduction or denial based on familial status. In line with ensuring a fair resolution, I recommend the following actions: 1. Restore the complete provision of services and amenities that have been reduced or denied solely due to our family having children. 2. Implement educational training regarding fair housing laws and anti-discrimination practices for all personnel involved in property management to avoid any further similar incidents. 3. Develop and enforce a clear non-discrimination policy that explicitly prohibits any reduction or denial of services based on familial status. I believe that by addressing these concerns promptly and effectively, we can establish a more harmonious living environment while fostering compliance with fair housing laws. If we do not see any meaningful efforts to resolve this issue within a reasonable time frame, we reserve the right to exercise our rights under the Fair Housing Act, which may include filing a complaint with the appropriate housing authority or seeking legal counsel. I sincerely hope that we can resolve this matter amicably to ensure fair treatment for our family. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter as soon as possible, and I look forward to your prompt response. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name]

[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], Re: Fair Housing Reduction or Denial of Services to Family with Children I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring a matter of utmost concern to your attention regarding the fair housing rights of my family and me as your tenants at [Property Address]. It has come to my knowledge that there may be a potential violation of fair housing laws specifically related to the reduction or denial of services due to having children in our family. As you may be aware, the Fair Housing Act (FHA) prohibits discrimination on the basis of familial status, encompassing families with children under the age of 18. This includes any actions by a landlord that result in the reduction or denial of essential services or amenities solely based on the presence of children in the household. Since becoming a tenant at [Property Address], we have experienced the following instances that raise concerns of potential discrimination: 1. [Describe the incident(s) where services or amenities were reduced or denied solely due to having children. Provide specific details, dates, and any communication or evidence available.] These instances of apparent discrimination not only go against the principles of fair housing but also put an undue burden on our family, denying us the equal opportunities and rights that are protected under the law. I kindly request your immediate attention to rectify this situation by taking appropriate action to ensure that our fair housing rights are respected, protected, and upheld. I urge you to eliminate any discriminatory practices and provide the necessary services and amenities to our family without any reduction or denial based on familial status. In line with ensuring a fair resolution, I recommend the following actions: 1. Restore the complete provision of services and amenities that have been reduced or denied solely due to our family having children. 2. Implement educational training regarding fair housing laws and anti-discrimination practices for all personnel involved in property management to avoid any further similar incidents. 3. Develop and enforce a clear non-discrimination policy that explicitly prohibits any reduction or denial of services based on familial status. I believe that by addressing these concerns promptly and effectively, we can establish a more harmonious living environment while fostering compliance with fair housing laws. If we do not see any meaningful efforts to resolve this issue within a reasonable time frame, we reserve the right to exercise our rights under the Fair Housing Act, which may include filing a complaint with the appropriate housing authority or seeking legal counsel. I sincerely hope that we can resolve this matter amicably to ensure fair treatment for our family. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter as soon as possible, and I look forward to your prompt response. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name]