REPAIR REQUEST LETTER TEMPLATE Lofts at Sylvan Thirty Tenant Association ================================================================================ [YOUR NAME] [YOUR ADDRESS - Unit Number] 750 Fort Worth Ave Dallas, TX 75208 [YOUR EMAIL] [YOUR PHONE] [DATE] Sylvan Thirty Property Management 750 Fort Worth Ave Dallas, TX 75208 RE: FORMAL REPAIR REQUEST - Unit [YOUR UNIT NUMBER] Work Order #: [IF APPLICABLE] Dear Property Management, I am writing to formally request repairs for the following issue in my unit: ISSUE: [DESCRIBE THE ISSUE IN DETAIL] LOCATION: [WHERE IN YOUR UNIT - e.g., Master bedroom ceiling, Kitchen sink, etc.] DATE FIRST REPORTED: [DATE YOU FIRST REPORTED THIS ISSUE] Under Texas Property Code Section 92.056, landlords must make a diligent effort to repair or remedy conditions that materially affect the physical health or safety of an ordinary tenant. I am requesting that this repair be completed within seven (7) days of receipt of this letter. Please contact me at [YOUR PHONE] or [YOUR EMAIL] to schedule the repair. If this issue is not addressed within the timeframe specified by Texas law, I reserve the right to pursue all available remedies, including but not limited to: - Repair and deduct (Texas Property Code Section 92.0561) - Rent reduction - Lease termination (Texas Property Code Section 92.056) - Filing a complaint with Dallas Code Compliance I look forward to your prompt response. Sincerely, [YOUR SIGNATURE] [YOUR PRINTED NAME] Unit [YOUR UNIT NUMBER] cc: Lofts at Sylvan Thirty Tenant Association ================================================================================ INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE: 1. Fill in all bracketed [INFORMATION] with your specific details 2. Keep a copy of this letter for your records 3. Send via certified mail with return receipt requested, OR Send via email and save confirmation of delivery 4. If sending by email, also keep a screenshot of the sent email 5. Document any responses (or lack thereof) from management 6. If no response within 7 days, contact the Tenant Association IMPORTANT: This is a template for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. For serious legal matters, consult with an attorney. For legal assistance: - Texas RioGrande Legal Aid: 1-512-474-1566 - Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas: 214-748-1234 ================================================================================