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] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Notice to Cease Retaliatory Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. This letter serves as a notice to bring your attention to an ongoing issue that requires your immediate attention as my landlord. I respectfully request that you cease all retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction based on my legitimate exercise of my rights as a tenant. As you may be aware, under the laws and regulations of Renton, Washington, every tenant has the right to enjoy a safe and habitable living environment without undue interference or harassment from the landlord. It has come to my attention that certain actions or behaviors on your part may constitute retaliation against me for asserting my rights as a tenant, which includes but is not limited to [provide specific incidents or actions that led you to believe in retaliatory intent]. According to Renton Municipal Code § 5-10-040, it is explicitly prohibited for a landlord to retaliate against a tenant for exercising their rights or reporting code violations. In addition, the Washington Residential Landlord-Tenant Act, RCW 59.18, also prohibits retaliatory actions. I believe that the aforementioned incidents clearly demonstrate potential retaliatory motives and infringe upon my rights as a tenant. As such, I kindly request that you cease all threats of eviction or any other retaliatory measures against me immediately. It is important to maintain a healthy and respectful landlord-tenant relationship, based on open communication and the mutual understanding of our respective rights and responsibilities. To ensure transparency and to resolve this matter amicably, I suggest that we schedule a meeting within [a reasonable timeframe, e.g., 7-10 business days] to discuss and address any concerns or issues that you may have regarding my tenancy. This will provide an opportunity for both parties to express their perspectives and work towards a mutually satisfactory resolution. Please consider this letter as an official notice and a formal request for you to comply with applicable laws and regulations governing landlord-tenant relationships. I trust that you will take this matter seriously and act in accordance with the law to avoid any legal consequences and to foster a harmonious living environment for all parties involved. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I anticipate a swift resolution to maintain the peaceful coexistence that is essential for a tenant-landlord relationship. Sincerely, [Your Name][Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Notice to Cease Retaliatory Threats to Evict or Retaliatory Eviction Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. This letter serves as a notice to bring your attention to an ongoing issue that requires your immediate attention as my landlord. I respectfully request that you cease all retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction based on my legitimate exercise of my rights as a tenant. As you may be aware, under the laws and regulations of Renton, Washington, every tenant has the right to enjoy a safe and habitable living environment without undue interference or harassment from the landlord. It has come to my attention that certain actions or behaviors on your part may constitute retaliation against me for asserting my rights as a tenant, which includes but is not limited to [provide specific incidents or actions that led you to believe in retaliatory intent]. According to Renton Municipal Code § 5-10-040, it is explicitly prohibited for a landlord to retaliate against a tenant for exercising their rights or reporting code violations. In addition, the Washington Residential Landlord-Tenant Act, RCW 59.18, also prohibits retaliatory actions. I believe that the aforementioned incidents clearly demonstrate potential retaliatory motives and infringe upon my rights as a tenant. As such, I kindly request that you cease all threats of eviction or any other retaliatory measures against me immediately. It is important to maintain a healthy and respectful landlord-tenant relationship, based on open communication and the mutual understanding of our respective rights and responsibilities. To ensure transparency and to resolve this matter amicably, I suggest that we schedule a meeting within [a reasonable timeframe, e.g., 7-10 business days] to discuss and address any concerns or issues that you may have regarding my tenancy. This will provide an opportunity for both parties to express their perspectives and work towards a mutually satisfactory resolution. Please consider this letter as an official notice and a formal request for you to comply with applicable laws and regulations governing landlord-tenant relationships. I trust that you will take this matter seriously and act in accordance with the law to avoid any legal consequences and to foster a harmonious living environment for all parties involved. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I anticipate a swift resolution to maintain the peaceful coexistence that is essential for a tenant-landlord relationship. Sincerely, [Your Name]
