Subject: Formal Dispute of Rent Increase for [Rental Address]

Dear [Landlord’s Name],

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to formally dispute the recent rent increase notice dated
[date of notice] for my residence at [Rental Address].

Under the California Tenant Protection Act of 2019 (California Civil Code §1947.12), annual rent
increases are limited to 5% plus the local Consumer Price Index or 10% of the lowest rent charged in the
preceding 12 months, whichever is lower. Based on the most recent CPI for Santa Barbara County, the
maximum allowable rent increase is [insert percentage] % for this year.

The proposed increase of [insert proposed increase] % exceeds this limit. Therefore, I respectfully request
a reevaluation of this adjustment to comply with state regulations.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to resolving this amicably.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Contact Information]