Official Notification of Habitability Issues and Intent to Vacate

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Step 1: Fill Out the Letter
Fill in the letter form with the necessary details, including your name, address, the landlord's name, address, and a clear description of the issue.
Check for mistakes and save a copy for yourself.

Step 2: Send It with Certified Mail

1. Print the letter and put it in an envelope.

2. Go to a USPS office and ask to send it certified mail with a return receipt, which proves that the landlord received the letter and provides a record of delivery.

3. Fill out the USPS forms, stick on the labels, and pay the fee.

Note: Keep the receipt and tracking info as proof you sent it.

What to Do Based on Your Landlord’s Reply

Scenario 1: The Landlord Fixes the Problem

Make sure the repairs are done right and save any messages from your landlord.

If you had to spend money, ask for your money back and include your receipts.

Watch to make sure the problem doesn’t happen again.

Scenario 2: The Landlord Denies or Ignores You

Collect Proof: Take pictures or videos of the issue, keep track of messages, and get help from a third party like a local housing authority or a licensed mold inspector.
Send a Follow-Up Letter: Write another letter and include Indiana’s tenant laws about fixing problems.
Take the Next Step: Report the issue to housing authorities or file a case in small claims court.

Scenario 3: The Landlord Tries to Retaliate

Collect proof of the problems and any unfair actions by your landlord.
File a claim against the landlord for damages or to get back your deposit in small claims court.
Talk to a tenant lawyer or legal aid group for help.

Important Tips:

Keep all letters, receipts, and photos in one place, such as a digital folder or physical binder, to stay organized.

Make a timeline of everything that happens to stay organized.

If you go to court, you might get money back for damages and lawyer fees under Indiana laws.