Report a rental defect

Report defects to your landlord in writing so there is a record. Do it as soon as you notice them. If you cannot agree, the Rent Disputes Tribunal (Husleietvistutvalget) can help.

This is a template for your own letter — not legal advice. Everything is generated from what you type, in your browser. You review, sign and send it yourself.

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Landlord's name *Your full name *Rental address *Describe the defects *Date you noticed them

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[Your name]
31/07/2026

To: [Landlord]
Re: Defects at [rental address]

I am writing to notify you of the following defects at the home I rent at [rental address]:
[Describe the defects.]

I noticed these on [date noticed] and ask that they are repaired within a reasonable time.

Please confirm how and when this will be addressed.

Yours sincerely,
[Your name]

Send this to your landlord and keep a copy with photos. If you cannot agree, contact Husleietvistutvalget or Forbrukerrådet.

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