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Is a landlord responsible to pay a tenants very late gas bill in Iowa?
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∙ 14y ago
Normally not: every bill in the tenant's name is that tenant's responsibility, not of the landlord.
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What if your heating bill is connected to your rent and landlord didn't pay the gas bill?
You need to communicate with the landlord to straighten out the situation as quickly and painlessly as possible. You may pay the gas bill and deduct that amount from your next month's rent. However, a landlord that doesn't pay such an important bill shouldn't have tenants. I know it's expensive, but moving sounds like a good idea. ------------------------------------------------- If your lease says that the gas is paid as part of your rent then the contract for gas to the property would be in your landlord's name and your landlord is responsible for it. If in these circumstances he is not paying the gas bill, then you need to go and see an attorney (lawyer / solicitor) for advice. If however the gas contract is in your name, then you are responsible for the payments despite what you may think your tenancy agreement says.
Can landlord in WI keep deposit to pay electric bill in tenants name?
he can keep it until the final meter reading and use it to pay the final bill, but he must refund the tenant whats left, if anything. if he doesnt keep it, then the electric company comes after him has the home owner. why should he be stuck with the tenants bill?
Can the dwp refuse to turn the electricity on in a tenants because the the previous tenant had an outstanding bill?
No, they cannot. However, if the your apartment, house, etc, is an all utilities included, the landlord is responsible for bill, and may not be current. You will then need to make an addendum to your lease to specify that the electricity shall be placed into your name, and the cost of the bill shall be deducted from the rent every month1. 1 - This will need to be a signed and notarized agreement by both parties. You and the landlord will need to sign in front of a public notary.
Is the tenant responsible to repair a broken ac unit?
If the air conditioner came with the apartment, then No, the tenant is not responsible. It is up to the Landlord to fix it. I know this because I am a landlord myself. If the Landlord refuses to do so, call a repairman, get it fixed, get a copy of the bill and deduct t from your rent...however make sure you let the landlord know that you will be doing this if he still refuses to fix it and again, make sure you give him a copy of the bill when you pay your rent.
If the landlord owns washing machines and charges tenants for use can he also charge for the water used?
Normally, the landlord does not charge for water. In most states it is illegal for landlords to charge their tenants separate utilities. However, the landlord can have utilities in its own name, the bills of which can be passed over to the tenant for payment. Also the tenant is not allowed to charge for water and sewer to tenant of multi family attached units (such as apartments).
Is the landlord or tenant responsible for plumbing damage?
Any damages caused to a building which is under lease and which are directly caused by the tenant are normally deducted from the bond if necessary. Otherwise, the tenant is responsible for paying for the repairs, but it is the landlord/homeowner who must get the repairs done (they then pass the bill on).
I recently found out that by law New York City landlords have to pay heat and hot water for every apartment do they always follow this?
(2009) In NYC, all landlords must provide hot water. In NYC, for buildings in which the landlord must provide heat, if the landlord refuses to provide adequate heat then the tenants must make a complaint to 311 and ultimately to HPD. If the landlord refuses to provide heat the landlord will be forced to do so by HPD if an inspection reveals that the landlord is not complying with the law. This requires much persistence from complaining tenants. HPD can force the landlord's hand by sending in their own plumbers to install a working boiler and to purchase oil for it if the landlrod refuses to comply - then they bill the landlord. If the landlord refuses to pay they can put a lien on the property. In NYC, there are residential buildings in which, tenants have an agreement with the landlord to pay for their own heat. In such case, if the apartment is rent-regulaed under the law then, such tenants receive a discount on their rent. (If the apartment is not rent-regulated, the sky is the limit on rent.) Anyway, landlords do not always comply with the law and many of them deny essential services to tenants. And hence, we have the constant battle between landlords and tenants in NYC. In fact, there are more cases heard in NYC housing court every year than there are criminal cases heard in federal court throughout the entire US every year.
Can a landlord charge tentant for water bill renting a house in Michigan?
Yes. You will need to reference your lease that you signed when you got the place. It will spell out what utilities you are responsible for paying and whether or not the landlord has agreed to pay utilities for you.
How long does a landlord have to fix a leak when a tenants water bill is extremely high?
A landlord has to do this as soon as possible. If your water bill is extremely high you have the right to have a plumber determine the problem and fix it, then offset the rent by the amount of the plumber fee. However, you must give at least seven days of notice before the next rent is due. You have the right to move under constructive eviction rules.
In Ma. can you make the tenant pay the water bill?
Yes--as long as that is a part of the rental agreement.
My landlord told me to put the gas bill in my name for our duplex and I found out that there is only one gas source for the entire building So I am paying for both tenants is this legal I live in MO?
No, it's not legal. Write him a letter saying that he can't do that, then deduct the gas bill from your rent each month, and send him a check for the remainder.
If you live in a rental house who pays the plumber bill - you or the landlord?
AnswerMost rental questions can be answered by talking with your landlord. I've been in both situations. As a renter, I want the landlord to take care of everything. As a landlord, I want my renter to take some responsibility.I think a clogged drain is up to the renter to get fixed. A leaky pipe is more a landlord duty. However, if you want something more concrete, I suggest you come to an agreement with your landlord. You'll take care of any repairs that cost less than $50 and the landlord will be responsible for the bigger jobs.Max
