This form is used by a tenant to notify the landlord that the leased premises are untenantable and uninhabitable. Through this form, the tenant makes a demand for repair of the premises. If repairs are not made by the landlord, the tenant may have the right to terminate the lease or abate rent.
[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 Uninhabitable Premises — Violation of Law and Demand for Immediate Repairs Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. First and foremost, I would like to express my appreciation for the opportunity to rent your property located at [Property Address] in Waco, Texas. I am writing this letter to bring to your attention the alarming conditions present within the rented premises, which are rendering it uninhabitable and in violation of the law. It is my sincere hope that immediate action will be taken to remedy these issues in order to restore the habitability and safety of the property. [List and describe the specific issues/damages affecting the premises. Use factual language, be concise, and provide detail.] 1. [Issue 1]: [Description] 2. [Issue 2]: [Description] 3. [Issue 3]: [Description] ... These conditions directly contravene the laws and regulations governing the rental properties within Waco, Texas. Citing Waco city ordinances [mention specific ordinances], it is clear that the premises' current state violates the rights and protections afforded to tenant. As a tenant, I have a legal right to a habitable residence that meets both local housing codes and state regulations. I kindly ask you to fulfill your responsibilities as a landlord by undertaking necessary repairs and rectifying these violations without any further delay. In accordance with the terms of our lease agreement, I request that the following repairs be promptly addressed within [give a reasonable timeframe, e.g., 7 to 14 days] from the date of this letter: 1. [Repair 1]: [Description] 2. [Repair 2]: [Description] 3. [Repair 3]: [Description] ... Failure to comply with these demands within the stipulated timeframe will leave me no choice but to take further legal actions to protect my rights as a tenant. Such actions may include reporting the uninhabitable conditions to the appropriate local authorities, engaging in legal procedures to withhold rent, and potentially pursuing legal remedies for claims such as breach of contract and negligence. I firmly believe that you, as a responsible landlord, wish to maintain a healthy tenant-landlord relationship. Thus, I trust that you will swiftly address these matters and take the necessary steps to restore the property to a habitable and legal state. In addition, please provide written confirmation within [give a reasonable timeframe] from the receipt of this letter acknowledging your commitment to repairing the premises and rectifying the violations mentioned above. I implore you to treat this matter with the utmost urgency, as the health and safety of the tenants should be of paramount importance. I look forward to your prompt response and the resolution of these issues. Thank you for your attention to this serious matter. Sincerely, [Your Name]
