This form is used by a tenant to inform the landlord of a problem with the lease premises, specifically broken plumbing. With this form, the tenant notifies the landlord that he/she/it has breached the statutory duty to maintain the property in tenantable condition and demands that immediate repairs be made within ten days.
Title: North Charleston South Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord with Demand for Plumbing Repair Introduction: Dear [Landlord's Name], I am writing this letter to bring your attention to a significant plumbing issue in my rental unit located at [property address]. As per my rights as a tenant under the laws of North Charleston, South Carolina, I kindly request your immediate attention and action to resolve this problem. Keywords: North Charleston, South Carolina, letter, tenant, landlord, plumbing problem, demand, repair, rental unit, laws, immediate attention, action, resolve. Paragraph 1: Description of the Problem I would like to inform you that there is a severe plumbing problem within my rental unit. Over the past [duration of issue], I have noticed recurring leaks, slow drainage, and a persistent foul odor emanating from the pipes. The water pressure has also decreased significantly, making it difficult to carry out daily tasks such as taking showers, washing dishes, and using the bathroom facilities properly. Keywords: severe plumbing problem, rental unit, leaks, slow drainage, foul odor, pipes, water pressure, decreased, daily tasks, showers, washing dishes, bathroom facilities. Paragraph 2: Impact on Daily Life and Health Concerns This plumbing issue is not only inconveniencing but also poses potential health risks for me and my household. The presence of stagnant water and foul odor creates an unsanitary environment, which could lead to the growth of mold and bacteria. It is essential to address this issue promptly to safeguard the well-being of your tenants and prevent any further property damage. Keywords: inconveniencing, health risks, stagnant water, foul odor, unsanitary environment, mold, bacteria, address promptly, tenants, property damage. Paragraph 3: Previous Communication and Maintenance Requests To provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the situation, I would like to remind you that I have previously contacted your office on [mention dates] regarding this matter. On those occasions, I was assured that the necessary repairs would be promptly scheduled. However, as of today's date, no action has been taken, and the plumbing problem remains unresolved. Keywords: previous communication, maintenance requests, contacted, office, dates, repairs, promptly scheduled, action, plumbing problem, unresolved. Paragraph 4: Legal Rights as a Tenant As a tenant in North Charleston, South Carolina, I am aware of my rights under the state law. According to the South Carolina Code of Laws [mention relevant sections or statutes], it is the landlord's legal obligation to provide and maintain habitable premises which include non-defective plumbing. Failure to address this issue promptly may be considered a violation of my rights, subjecting you to potential legal action. Keywords: tenant, North Charleston, South Carolina, rights, state law, South Carolina Code of Laws, landlord's legal obligation, habitable premises, non-defective plumbing, failure, address promptly, violation, legal action. Paragraph 5: Demand for Immediate Action In light of the aforementioned circumstances, I hereby demand that you take immediate action to repair the plumbing problem within [specific time frame, such as 48 hours]. I request that you hire a licensed and professional plumber to assess the issue thoroughly and implement the necessary repairs to restore the functionality of the plumbing system. Failure to act promptly will compel me to seek legal remedies, including but not limited to withholding rent or terminating the lease agreement. Keywords: demand, immediate action, repair, plumbing problem, specific time frame, licensed, professional plumber, assess, necessary repairs, functionality, failure, act promptly, legal remedies, withholding rent, terminating lease agreement. Closing: I trust that you will address this matter with the urgency it deserves and strive to maintain a safe and habitable living environment for your tenants. I greatly appreciate your prompt attention to this pressing issue. Keywords: trust, address, matter, urgency, safe and habitable living environment, tenants, appreciate, prompt attention, pressing issue. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Tenant's Contact Information]
Title: North Charleston South Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord with Demand for Plumbing Repair Introduction: Dear [Landlord's Name], I am writing this letter to bring your attention to a significant plumbing issue in my rental unit located at [property address]. As per my rights as a tenant under the laws of North Charleston, South Carolina, I kindly request your immediate attention and action to resolve this problem. Keywords: North Charleston, South Carolina, letter, tenant, landlord, plumbing problem, demand, repair, rental unit, laws, immediate attention, action, resolve. Paragraph 1: Description of the Problem I would like to inform you that there is a severe plumbing problem within my rental unit. Over the past [duration of issue], I have noticed recurring leaks, slow drainage, and a persistent foul odor emanating from the pipes. The water pressure has also decreased significantly, making it difficult to carry out daily tasks such as taking showers, washing dishes, and using the bathroom facilities properly. Keywords: severe plumbing problem, rental unit, leaks, slow drainage, foul odor, pipes, water pressure, decreased, daily tasks, showers, washing dishes, bathroom facilities. Paragraph 2: Impact on Daily Life and Health Concerns This plumbing issue is not only inconveniencing but also poses potential health risks for me and my household. The presence of stagnant water and foul odor creates an unsanitary environment, which could lead to the growth of mold and bacteria. It is essential to address this issue promptly to safeguard the well-being of your tenants and prevent any further property damage. Keywords: inconveniencing, health risks, stagnant water, foul odor, unsanitary environment, mold, bacteria, address promptly, tenants, property damage. Paragraph 3: Previous Communication and Maintenance Requests To provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the situation, I would like to remind you that I have previously contacted your office on [mention dates] regarding this matter. On those occasions, I was assured that the necessary repairs would be promptly scheduled. However, as of today's date, no action has been taken, and the plumbing problem remains unresolved. Keywords: previous communication, maintenance requests, contacted, office, dates, repairs, promptly scheduled, action, plumbing problem, unresolved. Paragraph 4: Legal Rights as a Tenant As a tenant in North Charleston, South Carolina, I am aware of my rights under the state law. According to the South Carolina Code of Laws [mention relevant sections or statutes], it is the landlord's legal obligation to provide and maintain habitable premises which include non-defective plumbing. Failure to address this issue promptly may be considered a violation of my rights, subjecting you to potential legal action. Keywords: tenant, North Charleston, South Carolina, rights, state law, South Carolina Code of Laws, landlord's legal obligation, habitable premises, non-defective plumbing, failure, address promptly, violation, legal action. Paragraph 5: Demand for Immediate Action In light of the aforementioned circumstances, I hereby demand that you take immediate action to repair the plumbing problem within [specific time frame, such as 48 hours]. I request that you hire a licensed and professional plumber to assess the issue thoroughly and implement the necessary repairs to restore the functionality of the plumbing system. Failure to act promptly will compel me to seek legal remedies, including but not limited to withholding rent or terminating the lease agreement. Keywords: demand, immediate action, repair, plumbing problem, specific time frame, licensed, professional plumber, assess, necessary repairs, functionality, failure, act promptly, legal remedies, withholding rent, terminating lease agreement. Closing: I trust that you will address this matter with the urgency it deserves and strive to maintain a safe and habitable living environment for your tenants. I greatly appreciate your prompt attention to this pressing issue. Keywords: trust, address, matter, urgency, safe and habitable living environment, tenants, appreciate, prompt attention, pressing issue. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Tenant's Contact Information]