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Can you withhold rental payment if a landlord doesn't fix major repairs such as flooding and black mold and holes they put in the wall that are not fixed?
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∙ 17y ago
Yes you can, but, be prepared for a fight because the landlord can put a lock on your door with your contents inside. It's time to see a lawyer! No one should have to live in a place with black mold (extremely hazardous to your health.) Instead of fighting the issue try finding another place within your price range.
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How do you legally withhold rent due to landlord not maintaining property such as replacing windows that needed to be replaced since we move in a year ago?
write landlord a letter stating all of this information. make 3 copies; 1 for landlord, 1 for yourself, and 1 for the landlord and tenant association in your area. in this letter state that you would like this done with in the next 3 months( which is more than enough time to replace windows and other such repairs) with this copy sent to the landlord and tenant assoc. they can have you hive then the rent money and they can legally withhold this unless the reapirs are done. contact this agency first to get any addditional info that you may need.
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
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.
Can a landlord rent a property as is meaning that the property has leaks and is obviously in need of repairs but the landlord is willing to rent it for very little?
You can do it, but you have to notify the tenant of all problems. One good option is to rent the place to someone who is willing to do some repairs to it in exchange for $$ off the rent. I rented a pretty shabby place a few years back and did repairs to the apartment, and the landlord gave me the cost of all materials off the rent. Great way to fix it up and still rent it out.
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.
What is a way to ensure a landlord keeps their promise to fix your apartment?
Write him a letter stating that you will withhold the rent until repairs are made. Then, go to a bank and open a new account, and leave the rent money in it.
How do you legally withhold rent due to landlord not maintaining property such as replacing windows that needed to be replaced since we move in a year ago?
write landlord a letter stating all of this information. make 3 copies; 1 for landlord, 1 for yourself, and 1 for the landlord and tenant association in your area. in this letter state that you would like this done with in the next 3 months( which is more than enough time to replace windows and other such repairs) with this copy sent to the landlord and tenant assoc. they can have you hive then the rent money and they can legally withhold this unless the reapirs are done. contact this agency first to get any addditional info that you may need.
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.
What to do if landlords dont fix nothing?
Check your local laws. In many states (e.g. California), the tenant can make repairs and deduct the cost from the rent payment. Before doing that, you should tell the landlord in writing what repairs are needed and give a deadline for them to do it themselves, after which you will.
What to do when renting a house and the landlord wont fix anything?
If the repairs needed are essential for living in the house you must give the landlord at least seven days of notice before the rent is due that you will be making the repairs and offsetting the rent. Your landlord could still evict you but if the repairs were essential you will win. If the repairs are non-essential you can choose not to renew the lease. If the essential repairs are expensive you can choose to break the lease and move out, and get your deposit back.
Can rent be withheld due to non repairs by the landlord in NJ?
yes, as long as you inform the landlord that you are holding the money in an interest bearing or escrow account, and that once the repairs are made to your satisfaction, the money will be paid to him.
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
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.
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.
What is interim payments?
An interim payment is a partial payment that is made on a good faith basis to assist you in getting repairs done on the home. The remainder of the claim will be given to you at the completion of the repairs.
What do you do if your extended warranty won't cover repairs and your car payment is due?
talk with the bank in which you have the car loan through about deferring your curent months payment due to car repairs.
How to Get a Landlord To Repair a Rental?
Tenants often question whether they are able to sue their landlords or even withhold payment of rent when certain repairs are not made to their apartments or townhouses. According to most state statutes, landlords are required to keep units in reasonable repair. This means that they are required to make necessary repairs and if they do not, renters have a few options.First, a renter should notify the landlord in writing of the repair that is needed and allow a sufficient amount of time to make the repairs, usually at least 14 days. If the property is uninhabitable and the renter cannot live in the unit until the repair is completed, the tenant is usually allowed out of the lease agreement and the remaining rent owed prorated.Otherwise, if repairs are minor and written notice has not helped, the renter can file a complaint with the health, fire or city inspector and request an inspection of the unit. If the inspector finds that that the property is in violation of any codes or that the unit is hazardous, they will give the landlord a timeframe in which the repairs have to be made or will be summoned to court.After the unit has been inspected, the tenant can choose to file copies of the inspection order to the court along with a rent escrow action. This means that the rent that is owed is held by the court until the repair is made, which also requests that the court order the landlord to make the repairs. It is important that tenants keep copies of all inspections, letters and documents that have been provided to the landlord.Once the rent escrow action has been filed, a hearing will be scheduled. The court may order a number of remedies including ordering the landlord to return all or part of the rent, ordering the landlord to repair the unit immediately or ordering the landlord to pay a fine.Although it can be a long and stressful process, landlords generally do not want to have to go to court over repairs. Usually writing a letter to request that repair is made is sufficient and an inspection of the premises is enough to spur a landlord into making necessary repairs.This information is primarily based on Minnesota law. If you are unsure about options regarding repairs made to a rental, contact an attorney.
