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Generally speaking, any kind of damages that are not the result of normal wear and tear on the property becomes the responsibility of the tenant. That being said, I can understand the fact that the tenant became a victim of a crime. This is the reason why tenants should get renters insurance. Absent this, the victims advocacy group division of your states attorneys office (state attorney, Dist. Atty., solicitor, prosecutor, etc.) often has funding to assist victims to remedy any damages the victim has suffered. This type of funding is money that is collected from all defendants in court. But to answer your question, no: the landlord is not responsible for making repairs. However, I am sure the landlord would help you in making such repairs, to make the property safer.
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Does the landlord make the apartment repairs or do i have to pay for them?
It depends on what it is. If it's something that makes the apartment unlivable, the landlord is responsible to make the repair. If you're looking for something that is considered cosmetic, then you can get permission from the landlord to do it yourself. Try to negotiate with him to pay part of the cost.
If i didn't pay rent because the landlord hasn't made repairs can he kick us out?
Yes, if you did not make the repairs yourself and document the costs with an agreement with him, the landlord can evict you. Your local government does have offices that will help you with landlord/tenant issues--some repairs Must be made. However, many landlords do not ever make the repairs that are less serious.
Can landlord refuse to do repairs that's in contract and charge more rent?
no it is against the law contact the sherriff, the board of health and a lawyer asap make sure to make notes of all repairs needed and write down/tape all conversations with landlord with exact times/dates and witnesses if any and make copies of any papers from landlord to show to sherriff
Does the landlord have to pay to put you up for repairs?
In most cases, landlords are responsible for providing alternative accommodations if they need to conduct repairs that make the rental unit uninhabitable. This obligation can vary based on local laws and the lease agreement. Tenants should review their lease and consult local housing regulations to determine their rights and the landlord's responsibilities regarding repairs and temporary housing.
What agency do you report a landlord who does not make repairs?
You can call code enforcement of the municipality or locality you live in.
Can the landlord evict you if you ask her to make major repairs on the house or you won t pay the rent?
No.
When is a tenant liable for repairs?
Check your state's landlord tenant laws. In some states the tenant is liable if they were aware of a problem and did not report it to the landlord, did nothing to prevent the problem or if they are responsible for causing the problem.
What should a tenant do if a landlord does not make repairs after being asked to do so?
you should write a letter to landlord regarding repairs and give them 30 days to make repairs. Include in letter that if repairs are not started in 30 days that you will deduct the cost of repairs from rent. Send copies of receipts with rent. Note: if you are on a month to month lease, your rent may increase. Also, send letter certified, return receipt.
Use mistreat in a sentence?
The landlord was accused of mistreating his tenants by neglecting to make necessary repairs to the building.
Is one month's free rent fair compensation for repairs not made?
While this depends on the type of repairs that need to be made, you cannot exercise this option as a means not to pay your rent. If there are repairs that must be made, and such repairs are essential for the habitability of the dwelling, there are procedures you must follow in order to make such repairs and offset it from the rent. In most states, you must give your landlord a notice of your intent to do such at least seven days before the next rent is due. Keep in mind that your landlord will still have the right to file eviction proceedings against you, but will likely lose the case if the tenant can prove essential repairs were needed. In such case you can sue the landlord or make a counter suit against the landlord if he tries to evict you, for which you can win up to three months of rent abatement if it can be proven that the landlord sued you for eviction maliciously.
Who is responsible for the home repairs when in a reverse mortgage?
The home owner is responsible for repairs to the property. Depending on the amount available under the reverse mortgage, funds from the reverse loan may be available to make those repairs.
If you rent can a lanlord refuse to make repairs even if yoi pay rent on time?
It depends on the type of repair. If it was damage caused by the tenant the landlord may refuse to make repairs as long as they do not relate to safety.
