North Charleston South Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord about Illegal entry by landlord

• Category: South Carolina Landlord Tenant - Notices and Letters
• State: South Carolina
• City: North Charleston
• Control #: SC-1018LT
• 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 requesting that in the future, Landlord may only enter the premises with prior written notice to Tenant, and only at a reasonable time, agreeable to both parties. The only exception would be in the case of an emergency posing an immediate danger to health or property. Title: North Charleston, South Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord about Illegal Entry Keywords: North Charleston, South Carolina, Letter, Tenant, Landlord, Illegal Entry *********************** [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Complaint of Unlawful Entry and Unauthorized Access to Rental Property Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a concerning matter regarding repeated instances of illegal entry into my rental property located at [Rental Property Address] in North Charleston, South Carolina. It has come to my attention that you or your representatives have been unlawfully accessing the premises without prior notice or my explicit permission, violating my right to privacy and the terms of our lease agreement. On numerous occasions, I have returned to the property to find clear signs of entry without any notification or legitimate cause presented by yourself. This unwarranted invasion of my personal space has caused immense distress and concern for my safety and the security of my belongings. As a tenant, I have rights that must be respected, including protection against unauthorized access or intrusion. I would like to remind you that South Carolina law under section [State Code and Section Number] explicitly states that landlords must provide advanced notice of at least [Minimum Notice Period] hours prior to entering the rental property, except under emergency circumstances. This requirement ensures that tenants have the right to privacy and the opportunity to prepare for the landlord's visit. Unfortunately, these instances of illegal entry have left me feeling violated and anxious about the security of my home. I kindly request that you immediately cease all unauthorized entries, and provide written confirmation of your compliance with this request by [Notice Deadline, preferably within 14 days]. Furthermore, I kindly request that you take the following necessary actions: 1. Clearly communicate your intentions before entering my rental unit, adhering to the minimum notice period as stipulated by South Carolina law. 2. Respect my privacy and refrain from any further unjustified intrusions into the premises, ensuring compliance with the terms of our lease agreement. 3. Provide a detailed account of all past instances of illegal entry, including dates, times, and reasons behind these entries. 4. Ensure that the necessary repairs or maintenance work are scheduled and undertaken in a manner that follows the law and respects my privacy. 5. Acknowledge and confirm in writing that the illegal entry issue has been resolved and will not be repeated in the future. I believe in maintaining a positive and respectful landlord-tenant relationship, and I trust that you will take this issue seriously. Failure to rectify this situation will leave me with no choice but to consider legal recourse to protect my rights as a tenant. As a responsible tenant, I am also contemplating reporting this matter to the appropriate authorities if immediate corrective measures are not taken. I hope that we can avoid such consequences of swiftly resolving this issue in a fair and lawful manner. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter and address the concerns raised within [Notice Deadline, preferably within 14 days]. I would like to resolve this matter amicably and in a timely manner. Thank you for your immediate attention to this pressing matter. I look forward to your prompt response and a resolution that will restore my confidence in our professional relationship. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Tenant's Contact Information]

Title: North Charleston, South Carolina Letter from Tenant to Landlord about Illegal Entry Keywords: North Charleston, South Carolina, Letter, Tenant, Landlord, Illegal Entry *********************** [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Complaint of Unlawful Entry and Unauthorized Access to Rental Property Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address a concerning matter regarding repeated instances of illegal entry into my rental property located at [Rental Property Address] in North Charleston, South Carolina. It has come to my attention that you or your representatives have been unlawfully accessing the premises without prior notice or my explicit permission, violating my right to privacy and the terms of our lease agreement. On numerous occasions, I have returned to the property to find clear signs of entry without any notification or legitimate cause presented by yourself. This unwarranted invasion of my personal space has caused immense distress and concern for my safety and the security of my belongings. As a tenant, I have rights that must be respected, including protection against unauthorized access or intrusion. I would like to remind you that South Carolina law under section [State Code and Section Number] explicitly states that landlords must provide advanced notice of at least [Minimum Notice Period] hours prior to entering the rental property, except under emergency circumstances. This requirement ensures that tenants have the right to privacy and the opportunity to prepare for the landlord's visit. Unfortunately, these instances of illegal entry have left me feeling violated and anxious about the security of my home. I kindly request that you immediately cease all unauthorized entries, and provide written confirmation of your compliance with this request by [Notice Deadline, preferably within 14 days]. Furthermore, I kindly request that you take the following necessary actions: 1. Clearly communicate your intentions before entering my rental unit, adhering to the minimum notice period as stipulated by South Carolina law. 2. Respect my privacy and refrain from any further unjustified intrusions into the premises, ensuring compliance with the terms of our lease agreement. 3. Provide a detailed account of all past instances of illegal entry, including dates, times, and reasons behind these entries. 4. Ensure that the necessary repairs or maintenance work are scheduled and undertaken in a manner that follows the law and respects my privacy. 5. Acknowledge and confirm in writing that the illegal entry issue has been resolved and will not be repeated in the future. I believe in maintaining a positive and respectful landlord-tenant relationship, and I trust that you will take this issue seriously. Failure to rectify this situation will leave me with no choice but to consider legal recourse to protect my rights as a tenant. As a responsible tenant, I am also contemplating reporting this matter to the appropriate authorities if immediate corrective measures are not taken. I hope that we can avoid such consequences of swiftly resolving this issue in a fair and lawful manner. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter and address the concerns raised within [Notice Deadline, preferably within 14 days]. I would like to resolve this matter amicably and in a timely manner. Thank you for your immediate attention to this pressing matter. I look forward to your prompt response and a resolution that will restore my confidence in our professional relationship. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Tenant's Contact Information]