Form 10: Repair Demand Letter – Massachusetts Courts

Form 10: Repair Demand Letter is a formal document intended for tenants to request necessary repairs from their landlords, in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 93A, the Consumer Protection Act. This form is used to formally document the tenant’s demand for repairs and serves as a legal notice to the landlord, potentially leading to further legal actions if the demands are not met.

Form 10 is used by tenants to formally request necessary repairs from their landlords under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 93A. Follow these steps to complete the form accurately:

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Certified Mail Number
   • Locate the line labeled “Certified Mail #___________________”.
   • Write the certified mail tracking number in the blank space. This ensures you have proof of mailing and delivery.

2. Your Information
   • Your Name: Write your full name.
   • Your Address: Write your complete address, including apartment number, city, state, and ZIP code.

3. Date
   • Write the current date in the designated space.

4. Landlord’s Information
   • Landlord’s Name: Write your landlord’s full name or the name of the property management company.
   • Landlord’s Address: Write the complete address of your landlord or property management company.

5. Tenancy Details
   • Your Address: Write the address of the rental property where you live.
   • Time Frame: Specify how long you have been a tenant at this address (e.g., “6 months”, “2 years”).
   • Date of First Notification: Indicate the date you first notified the landlord about the defective conditions.

6. Previous Notifications
   • Written Notification Date: List any dates when you previously notified the landlord in writing about the repair issues.

7. State Sanitary Code Violations
   • List the specific violations of the state sanitary code that the landlord has failed to repair. Number each violation (e.g., “1. Broken heating system”, “2. Leaking roof”).

8. Impact Statement
   • Describe how the defective conditions have affected you. Include details on how these issues have interfered with your use and enjoyment of your home, any property loss, or additional expenses incurred (e.g., “Due to the broken heating system, I had to purchase space heaters, resulting in higher electricity bills”).

9. Demand for Relief
   • State a reasonable monetary amount for compensation (e.g., “A reasonable offer would include, at a minimum, $500”).
   • Request prompt correction of the violations of the state sanitary code.

10. Legal Warning
    • The template includes a warning about the consequences of the landlord’s failure to respond within 30 days. Ensure this section remains unchanged to retain its legal impact.

11. Signature
    • Sign your name at the bottom of the letter where it says “Your Signature”.

By following these steps and using the example as a guide, you can effectively fill out Form 10: Repair Demand Letter to request necessary repairs from your landlord.