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.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice of Illegal Entry and Violation of Tenant's Privacy Rights Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a serious matter that recently occurred at the [Rental Property Address]. It has come to my attention that you have entered the premises without prior notice and without my consent, thus violating my tenant rights as outlined in the lease agreement and the South Dakota Landlord-Tenant Act. According to the South Dakota Landlord-Tenant Act, specifically Section 43-32, it clearly states that a landlord must provide reasonable notice before entering the rental premises, except in cases of emergency or abandonment. Furthermore, the lease agreement we both signed reinforces this requirement, clearly specifying that you must provide a minimum of [number of days] written notice before entering the premises. Regrettably, on [date(s) of illegal entry], I discovered evidence that you had entered the property without any notification or emergency justifiable reason. This intrusion has made me deeply concerned about my privacy and security within my own rented home. As a tenant, I have an expectation of privacy and the right to peaceful enjoyment of the property. Such unauthorized entry has caused both emotional distress and inconvenience, and it is a direct violation of the terms of our lease agreement and the South Dakota Landlord-Tenant Act. I kindly request that you cease all unauthorized entry immediately and respect my rights as a tenant. To rectify the situation, I kindly ask for the following actions to be taken: 1. Provide a written apology addressing the breach of privacy and unauthorized entry that occurred on [date(s)]. 2. Adhere strictly to the notice requirements specified in our lease agreement and the South Dakota Landlord-Tenant Act when requesting or intending to enter the premises. 3. Schedule a meeting where we can discuss this matter further and establish a plan to prevent any future unauthorized entry. Failure to acknowledge and address this matter promptly could potentially lead to legal actions being taken against you for violating my tenant rights and infringing upon my reasonable expectation of privacy. I trust that this issue will be resolved amicably and promptly. I value my tenancy at [Rental Property Address] and hope that we can work together to ensure that such incidents do not reoccur in the future. Please respond to this letter in writing within [number of days] of receiving it to confirm that you acknowledge the seriousness of this matter and provide a plan of action to prevent any future unauthorized entry. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name][Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notice of Illegal Entry and Violation of Tenant's Privacy Rights Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a serious matter that recently occurred at the [Rental Property Address]. It has come to my attention that you have entered the premises without prior notice and without my consent, thus violating my tenant rights as outlined in the lease agreement and the South Dakota Landlord-Tenant Act. According to the South Dakota Landlord-Tenant Act, specifically Section 43-32, it clearly states that a landlord must provide reasonable notice before entering the rental premises, except in cases of emergency or abandonment. Furthermore, the lease agreement we both signed reinforces this requirement, clearly specifying that you must provide a minimum of [number of days] written notice before entering the premises. Regrettably, on [date(s) of illegal entry], I discovered evidence that you had entered the property without any notification or emergency justifiable reason. This intrusion has made me deeply concerned about my privacy and security within my own rented home. As a tenant, I have an expectation of privacy and the right to peaceful enjoyment of the property. Such unauthorized entry has caused both emotional distress and inconvenience, and it is a direct violation of the terms of our lease agreement and the South Dakota Landlord-Tenant Act. I kindly request that you cease all unauthorized entry immediately and respect my rights as a tenant. To rectify the situation, I kindly ask for the following actions to be taken: 1. Provide a written apology addressing the breach of privacy and unauthorized entry that occurred on [date(s)]. 2. Adhere strictly to the notice requirements specified in our lease agreement and the South Dakota Landlord-Tenant Act when requesting or intending to enter the premises. 3. Schedule a meeting where we can discuss this matter further and establish a plan to prevent any future unauthorized entry. Failure to acknowledge and address this matter promptly could potentially lead to legal actions being taken against you for violating my tenant rights and infringing upon my reasonable expectation of privacy. I trust that this issue will be resolved amicably and promptly. I value my tenancy at [Rental Property Address] and hope that we can work together to ensure that such incidents do not reoccur in the future. Please respond to this letter in writing within [number of days] of receiving it to confirm that you acknowledge the seriousness of this matter and provide a plan of action to prevent any future unauthorized entry. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name]
