Notice of Defects to Landlord

Sample "Mängelanzeige an Vermieter"

Official notice of defects to the landlord for reporting apartment deficiencies in Germany. In German, this document is called "Mängelanzeige an Vermieter"

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Tenant full name *

Tenant address *

Landlord / property manager *

Landlord address *

Apartment address *

Description of defects *

Since when does the defect exist

Deadline for fixing

Place, date *

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Notice of defects to the landlord in Germany – official letter online

A Mängelanzeige is a formal written notice used by tenants to inform the landlord or property management about defects in a rented apartment. Typical issues include mould, heating failures, water leaks, damaged windows, electrical problems or other technical defects. Submitting a written notice is important to properly document the issue and give the landlord the opportunity to inspect and remedy the defect.

With the DokBrief service, you can quickly and free of charge create a notice of defects for Germany online. The interactive form automatically generates a properly structured letter in German using neutral and commonly accepted wording. After completing the form, you immediately receive the finished text and a PDF file for download.

How to create a notice of defects

To allow the landlord to clearly identify the issue, the letter should include essential information about the tenant, the apartment and the defect itself. The more precise the description, the easier it is to arrange an inspection or repair. It is also advisable to indicate since when the defect has existed and, if appropriate, to set a reasonable deadline for its removal.

Full name and address of the tenant.
Name and address of the landlord or property management.
Address of the affected apartment.
Clear description of the defects (location, extent, affected rooms).
Date since when the defect has existed (if known).
Deadline for fixing the defects (optional but recommended).

After submitting the form, you will receive a fully prepared Mängelanzeige letter in German. You can print it, save it as a PDF or send it digitally to the landlord or property management.

Free template for a notice of defects in Germany

DokBrief provides a free online template for a notice of defects specifically for Germany. No registration is required to use the service. All entered data is used solely to generate the current document and is not stored permanently after completion.

Important

DokBrief does not provide legal advice. All generated documents are based on standard templates and are intended solely to assist with the preparation of official written notifications. In complex or special cases, seeking individual legal advice may be advisable.