TENANTS OF THE HELENE DENVER
Tenants have rights, and there are resources available to help you address these problems.
Did you know if a landlord provides a parking spot, they have a general duty to ensure that it is safe and in good condition? This means that the parking spot should be well-lit, free from hazards, and secured if necessary.
Join us in using these resources to hold your landlord accountable and make your living situation safer. Whether it's a homeless encampment in the garage or other issues, together we can make a difference.
Step 1
Contact Cornerstone
Submit your complaint in writing via an email to Cornerstone. This is important because you want a paper trail of complaints. Send a new email every time you see an issue in the garage.
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Submit complaints to:
charlie@cornerstoneapartments.com
derekk@cornerstoneapartments.com
shelby.jones@cornerstoneapartments.com
Subject: Written Notice of Repair
Hello,
I am writing to inform you that there is an illegal encampment in the garage at 1062 N. Pearl Street.
The individuals residing in the garage openly use drugs, defecate in the area, start propane fires dangerously close to parked cars, and vandalize the property and neighboring properties with graffiti.
This issue poses an immediate risk to my health and safety, as well as to the property itself.
As per our lease agreement, I expect you to address this issue within 24 hours of receiving this notice.
Please let me know as soon as possible when you can send someone to address the issue.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Step 2
Contact the Community Resource Department
Community Resource Officers (CRO) provide assistance on issues such as neighbor disputes, public nuisances, zoning issues, fraud and crime prevention, and other neighborhood concerns.
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Submit complaints to:
kayla.knabe@denvergov.org
mark.romero@denvergov.org
Subject: Unsafe Housing Complaint
Kayla,
I am writing to report an unsafe housing situation in my apartment building at 1062 N. Pearl Street. I have noticed a number of serious issues that have not been addressed by my landlord.
Specifically, there is an illegal encampment in the garage at 1062 N. Pearl Street.
The individuals residing in the garage openly use drugs, defecate in the area, start propane fires dangerously close to parked cars, and vandalize the property and neighboring properties with graffiti. This has been allowed to fester on the private property of 1062 N. Pearl Street for over 2 years.
I have attempted to contact my landlord to address these issues, but I have not received a satisfactory response. I am hoping that you can provide me with assistance in addressing these concerns and ensuring that my landlord takes the necessary steps to ensure that the building is safe and habitable.
Please let me know if there is any additional information that I can provide to help address this situation. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your name]
Step 3
Contact City Council
Notify your council person of your issue. For residents of Cap Hill, Chris Hinds is our city council representative.
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Submit complaints to:
district10@denvergov.org
Subject: Unsafe Living Environment - 1062 N. Pearl Street
Dear Councilman Chris Hinds,
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to you today to ask for your help with a difficult situation I am facing with Cornerstone Property Management in Denver.
I understand that you are a distinguished leader in the city, who is dedicated to the public health, safety, and welfare of its people. As a public servant, you have demonstrated a deep commitment to promoting the welfare of the community, and I believe that you are the right person to turn to in my time of need.
For the last 2 years, Cornerstone Property Management has refused to acknowledge an ongoing issue at their property, 1062 N. Pearl Street.
The issues that I have observed include an illegal homeless encampment in the garage of the property. The individuals residing in the garage openly use drugs, defecate in the area, start propane fires dangerously close to parked cars, and vandalize the property and neighboring properties with graffiti. This has been allowed to fester on the private property of 1062 N. Pearl Street for over 2 years.
As a tenant, I have a right to a safe and habitable home. I have made several attempts to address the issue with my landlord, Cornerstone, but they have not taken any meaningful action to correct the problems. This has created an unsafe and unhealthy living environment for both neighbors and tenants in the building.
As a resident of Denver, I am concerned about the impact that this situation could have on the broader community. I am writing to you today to ask for your assistance in addressing this matter. Specifically, I would appreciate any advice or guidance you may have on how I can best navigate this situation. If there are any resources or services that you can connect me with, I would be immensely grateful.
I know that you are committed to preserving the well-being of your constituents, and I believe that you are the kind of leader that Denver deserves. I appreciate your time and attention to this matter and look forward to hearing from you soon.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Step 4
Contact Your State Representative
State Rep. Steven Woodrow is a lawyer and lawmaker committed to affordable housing and tenants' rights.
He sponsored a state law that would prohibit rental agreements from including clauses that prevent tenants from joining or supporting class or collective claims. It ensures that tenants retain their right to participate in class action lawsuits to protect their rights collectively.
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Submit complaints to:
steven.woodrow.house@coleg.gov
Subject: Seeking Your Support for Tenant Health and Safety
Dear Representative Woodrow,
I am writing to urgently seek your support regarding a pressing issue affecting the health and safety of tenants and neighbors under the management of Cornerstone.
Unfortunately, Cornerstone has refused to acknowledge an ongoing issue at their property, 1062 N. Pearl Street, for over 2 years.
The issues that I have observed include an illegal homeless encampment in the garage of the property. The individuals residing in the garage openly use drugs, defecate in the area, start propane fires dangerously close to parked cars, and vandalize the property and neighboring properties with graffiti. This has been allowed to fester on the private property of 1062 N. Pearl Street for over 2 years.
I have made several attempts to address the issue with building management, but they have not taken any meaningful action to correct the problems. This has created an unsafe and unhealthy living environment for myself and other tenants in the building.
As a resident of Denver and tenant of Cornerstone, I am concerned about the impact that this situation could have on the broader community.
Your expertise and commitment to affordable housing and tenants' rights would greatly contribute to resolving this matter and establishing stronger safeguards for tenant health and safety. Any assistance or advice you can provide would be immensely appreciated.
Thank you for your unwavering dedication to these important issues. I eagerly await your response and any actions you may undertake to address this urgent matter.
Sincerely,
[Your name]
Step 5
Contact the Colorado Department of Public Health
There has been widespread methamphetamine use in the garage at 1062 N. Pearl St, which should be reported to the Colorado Department of Public Health so they can inspect and order a remediation of the property.
Exposure to methamphetamine can have severe health consequences, making timely and effective remediation efforts from public health organizations crucial for protecting individuals and communities from its harmful effects.
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Submit complaints to:
cdphe_methlabdocuments@state.co.us
Subject: Report Submittal - Methamphetamine Contamination at 1062 N. Pearl Street, Denver
Dear Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment,
I am writing to report possible methamphetamine contamination at 1062 N. Pearl St. in Denver.
I believe that the garage of the property is contaminated with methamphetamine from prolonged use and possible production. As such, I am submitting this report to request assistance from your department in assessing the situation and providing guidance on the next steps.
Please let me know if there is any additional information that I can provide to help address this situation. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your name]