This is a form from a Tenant to Landlord in response to Landlord's threat to evict Tenant from the premises. Tenant is contending that Landlord's threat to evict is retaliatory in nature and was done so in response to Tenant's actions as specified in the form. This form complies with state Housing Laws.
[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 Cease Retaliatory Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address the recent issues that have arisen between us regarding my tenancy at [rental property address]. I believe it is crucial for both parties to maintain a respectful and harmonious landlord-tenant relationship. Unfortunately, I have become aware of certain actions and behaviors on your part that I find concerning and potentially retaliatory in nature. As a responsible tenant, I am exercising my rights and bringing these matters to your attention in the hope that they can be resolved promptly to avoid unnecessary conflicts and disputes. Firstly, I have received veiled threats from you regarding the possibility of eviction. These threats have been made after my raising legitimate concerns regarding the maintenance and repair issues that need attention in the rental unit. As a tenant, I have the right to report these issues and request reasonable repairs, as guaranteed by the Provo Utah Landlord-Tenant Act. I want to assertively state that I am not engaging in any prohibited activities nor violating any terms of the lease agreement. My requests for repairs and maintenance are solely aimed at ensuring the habitability, safety, and well-being of the rental property, as required by law. Retaliatory eviction is an illegal practice under the Provo Utah Landlord-Tenant Act. Section 10-8-11 of the Act explicitly prohibits landlords from evicting tenants as retaliation for seeking repairs, exercising legal rights, or reporting code violations. Retaliatory behavior such as increasing rent, diminishing services, or threatening eviction undermines the trust and mutual respect necessary for a healthy landlord-tenant relationship. Therefore, I kindly request that you immediately cease any retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory eviction. I believe that open communication and a willingness to work together can help resolve any conflicts in a fair and reasonable manner. I would appreciate your prompt assurance that my tenancy will not be jeopardized based on my legitimate concerns or exercise of tenant rights. In this regard, I urge you to take appropriate steps to address the outstanding maintenance and repair issues in the rental unit promptly, as required by the Provo Utah Landlord-Tenant Act. I kindly request a written reply within [reasonable time period, e.g., 10 calendar days] acknowledging that you understand and will comply with this notice to cease retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory eviction. Failure to do so may leave me with no choice but to explore legal remedies available to protect my rights as a tenant. I genuinely hope that we can resolve these matters swiftly and amicably. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me at your earliest convenience. 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 to Cease Retaliatory Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address the recent issues that have arisen between us regarding my tenancy at [rental property address]. I believe it is crucial for both parties to maintain a respectful and harmonious landlord-tenant relationship. Unfortunately, I have become aware of certain actions and behaviors on your part that I find concerning and potentially retaliatory in nature. As a responsible tenant, I am exercising my rights and bringing these matters to your attention in the hope that they can be resolved promptly to avoid unnecessary conflicts and disputes. Firstly, I have received veiled threats from you regarding the possibility of eviction. These threats have been made after my raising legitimate concerns regarding the maintenance and repair issues that need attention in the rental unit. As a tenant, I have the right to report these issues and request reasonable repairs, as guaranteed by the Provo Utah Landlord-Tenant Act. I want to assertively state that I am not engaging in any prohibited activities nor violating any terms of the lease agreement. My requests for repairs and maintenance are solely aimed at ensuring the habitability, safety, and well-being of the rental property, as required by law. Retaliatory eviction is an illegal practice under the Provo Utah Landlord-Tenant Act. Section 10-8-11 of the Act explicitly prohibits landlords from evicting tenants as retaliation for seeking repairs, exercising legal rights, or reporting code violations. Retaliatory behavior such as increasing rent, diminishing services, or threatening eviction undermines the trust and mutual respect necessary for a healthy landlord-tenant relationship. Therefore, I kindly request that you immediately cease any retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory eviction. I believe that open communication and a willingness to work together can help resolve any conflicts in a fair and reasonable manner. I would appreciate your prompt assurance that my tenancy will not be jeopardized based on my legitimate concerns or exercise of tenant rights. In this regard, I urge you to take appropriate steps to address the outstanding maintenance and repair issues in the rental unit promptly, as required by the Provo Utah Landlord-Tenant Act. I kindly request a written reply within [reasonable time period, e.g., 10 calendar days] acknowledging that you understand and will comply with this notice to cease retaliatory threats to evict or engage in retaliatory eviction. Failure to do so may leave me with no choice but to explore legal remedies available to protect my rights as a tenant. I genuinely hope that we can resolve these matters swiftly and amicably. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me at your earliest convenience. Sincerely, [Your Name]
