McAllen Texas Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to withdraw retaliatory rent increase

• Category: Texas Landlord Tenant - Notices and Letters - Rent
• State: Texas
• City: McAllen
• Control #: TX-1060LT
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This notice regarding Retaliatory Rent Increase, complies with state housing laws and informs Landlord that it is unlawful for a landlord to discriminatorily increase a tenant's rent or decrease services to a tenant, or to bring or threaten to bring an action for possession or other civil action, primarily because the landlord is retaliating against the tenant. Title: Template for a McAllen Texas Letter from Tenant to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase Keywords: McAllen Texas, Letter, Tenant, Landlord, Notice, Retaliatory Rent Increase, Withdraw [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 to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my concerns regarding the recent rent increase communicated to me on [Date], and to formally demand the withdrawal of this rent increase, which I believe to be retaliatory in nature. I have been a responsible and long-standing tenant at [Rental Property Address] for [X years/months]. During my tenancy, I have consistently maintained the property, abided by the terms of our lease agreement, and paid my rent on time. As such, I was surprised and disappointed to receive a notice of rent increase that appears to be in response to reasonable requests I have made as a tenant. According to Texas law, retaliatory rent increases are strictly prohibited. Section 92.331 of the Texas Property Code explicitly states that a landlord cannot retaliate against a tenant for exercising their legal rights, which include requesting essential repairs or reporting habitability concerns. In light of this, I believe that the rent increase I received is an actionable instance of retaliation. As your valued tenant, I have made several legitimate requests for necessary repairs during my tenancy. A rent increase following these requests seems to indicate that you are attempting to discourage me from exercising my rights as a tenant, which is both unlawful and unfair. I genuinely believe that this increase is retaliatory in nature and does not accurately reflect market value or the condition of the property. Considering the prohibition of retaliatory rent increases under Texas law, I kindly request that you immediately withdraw the rent increase notice and maintain my current rent amount until the expiration of our lease agreement on [Lease Expiration Date]. Failure to comply with this request may result in legal action being taken, as allowed by the Texas Property Code. I believe that resolving this issue amicably is in the best interest of both parties involved. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter and your commitment to withdrawing the retaliatory rent increase by [Date, usually within 10 days]. Your cooperation in promptly addressing this matter is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to a swift resolution that upholds our rights and maintains a positive rental relationship. Sincerely, [Your Name]

Title: Template for a McAllen Texas Letter from Tenant to Landlord to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase Keywords: McAllen Texas, Letter, Tenant, Landlord, Notice, Retaliatory Rent Increase, Withdraw [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 to Withdraw Retaliatory Rent Increase Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my concerns regarding the recent rent increase communicated to me on [Date], and to formally demand the withdrawal of this rent increase, which I believe to be retaliatory in nature. I have been a responsible and long-standing tenant at [Rental Property Address] for [X years/months]. During my tenancy, I have consistently maintained the property, abided by the terms of our lease agreement, and paid my rent on time. As such, I was surprised and disappointed to receive a notice of rent increase that appears to be in response to reasonable requests I have made as a tenant. According to Texas law, retaliatory rent increases are strictly prohibited. Section 92.331 of the Texas Property Code explicitly states that a landlord cannot retaliate against a tenant for exercising their legal rights, which include requesting essential repairs or reporting habitability concerns. In light of this, I believe that the rent increase I received is an actionable instance of retaliation. As your valued tenant, I have made several legitimate requests for necessary repairs during my tenancy. A rent increase following these requests seems to indicate that you are attempting to discourage me from exercising my rights as a tenant, which is both unlawful and unfair. I genuinely believe that this increase is retaliatory in nature and does not accurately reflect market value or the condition of the property. Considering the prohibition of retaliatory rent increases under Texas law, I kindly request that you immediately withdraw the rent increase notice and maintain my current rent amount until the expiration of our lease agreement on [Lease Expiration Date]. Failure to comply with this request may result in legal action being taken, as allowed by the Texas Property Code. I believe that resolving this issue amicably is in the best interest of both parties involved. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter and your commitment to withdrawing the retaliatory rent increase by [Date, usually within 10 days]. Your cooperation in promptly addressing this matter is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to a swift resolution that upholds our rights and maintains a positive rental relationship. Sincerely, [Your Name]