Letter from Tenant to Landlord about Landlord's failure to make repairs - District of Columbia 2025

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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
  2. Begin by entering the date at the top of the letter. This is important for record-keeping.
  3. Fill in the landlord’s name and address in the designated fields to ensure proper delivery.
  4. In the greeting, address your landlord directly by name for a personal touch.
  5. Provide your address as the tenant, ensuring clarity on where you reside.
  6. Specify the date you first notified your landlord about the repair issue and describe the problem(s) clearly in the provided space.
  7. Express how these issues have affected you, reinforcing your position and rights as a tenant.
  8. Sign and date the letter at the bottom, confirming your identity as the tenant.
  9. Select how you will deliver this notice (personal delivery, certified mail, etc.) and sign again for proof of delivery.

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Certain things are better left unsaid, such as I hate my current landlord Every potential landlord is going to ask why youre moving. Let me ask you one more question I cant wait to get a puppy My partner works right up the street I move all the time
When you write your own letter, include: names, dates, your address and signature. a description of the problems. background information if you already talked to the super or asked for repairs. a request for advance notice if they will come to your apartment, so you can plan.
As noted earlier, the landlord has the right to inspect the property. The rental property must be safe and sanitary and be maintained throughout the rental period. If repairs are necessary for safety or sanitation, the landlord must make such repairs without cost to the tenant.
Regs. . 14, 4303 (2024).) Tenants should withhold rent only if they have given the landlord clear, written notice describing the problem, and given the landlord the opportunity to fix it.
Under California law, landlords are required to adhere to the implied warranty of habitability, which ensures that rental properties meet basic health and safety standards. Examples of landlord negligence include: Ignoring critical repairs, such as broken plumbing or faulty electrical systems.
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When responding to a landlord, keep your letter clear and concise. Focus on relevant facts like lease terms, payment history, and specific concerns. Avoid overly long explanations or emotional language. Highlight your willingness to resolve issues and stay in the home. Proofread for clarity and professionalism.
Make your points clearly, with specific detail, as briefly as possible. Be polite and respectful in your letter. Presume that your landlord will do the right thing, operate in good faith, and behave like a professional. Set a good example for your landlord to follow.

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