☺ PeeJ ☺
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I have been through similiar and I would love to assist you yet you really have to have more info. It seriously depends on where you are from as to the exact laws.
And unfortunately I have been told many times that it is in the landlords advantage for most repairs or what not done in an apartment. It's horrible legally... You should be able to do a google.com search on tenant rights for your state. Just type in "tenant rights <your state>
Not all have leases by the way. And you can't just not pay rent. Then you are violating the laws. Find out your rights. Either that or try your hardest to make it through the week on microwaved dinners, etc. Maybe take advantage of the time to prepare some foods on a grill or whatnot. |
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iamscotty2001
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Ask him to compensate you for the expense of eating out. You should get Per Diem. I do think you will have a hard time collecting. You probably don't have a mechanism in your lease to allow this and to sue over such a small sum would not be worth it. |
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KennyJitFu
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Deny rent payment and use your microwave if you have one. Negotiatie, remain professional and know your rights. Your tenancy should be in good repair, your fixtures should be in working order and safe. A new stove is fairly cheap but it could take a few days to get a new one, ten or more days is a bit ridiculous in my mind but it's a temporary problem. |
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Valerie
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Fix and repair rules vary from state to state. I don't know what state you are from so I cannot look it up.
It could cost you more than it is worth to go after him legally. If you like the living situation other than that, maybe just use the microwave.
I would document all correspodence, date your letters, keep copies. Quote the local law. I would write the letter with kindness though. |
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cadetkilburn
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Read your lease agreement. Your landlord has a legal responsibility to provide you with the services listed in the lease with all reasonable speed. Most lease agreements say that the landlord will repair or replace broken appliances (if they were furnished with the apartment). Take the lease to him with these parts highlighted and threaten legal action. As long as you pay your rent fully and on time, he can't withhold service from you. If you did not sign a lease, you are basically screwed. |
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curious me
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Call the fair housing office, they will tell you what rights you have and what his obligations are. |
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brainteaser
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take him to court... |
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jimmy carter
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TELL HIM YOU WON'T PAY YOUR NEXT MONTHS RENT TILL HE FIXES THE STOVE |
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Al
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you have the right to buy one and deduct it from the rent if the place was rented including a stove. since you have let him know you have fulfilled your obligation. as for how long he has, until the next time you need it. |
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joey322
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get a lawyer. what he's doing is illegal.
you should check your lease. all my leases ALWAYS included verbage about the appliances. what was there, how theyare maintained, etc.
call a lawyer today...please. a phone call from an attorney can always grease wheels. |
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♫♪bludaisy♪♫
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He has to fix or get you one NOW. |
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michaelvel2000@verizon.net
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CALL CODE ENFORCEMENT IN YOUR AREA. THE LENGTH OF ACCEPTABLE TO REPAIR FOR A LANDLORD IS 3 DAYS. |
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~Jen~
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Actually, the renter has more rights than the owner. Most people do not know this. I am not quite sure about the laws on this specific situation, but I would definately look into it further. And yes, you could with-hold rent until he fixes it for you. And it is his responsibility to have it fixed. |
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Momof2inCanada
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Call your local housing authority. Don't buy one and try to deduct it from the rent. He isn't obligated to pay for it unless you get permission in writing. He could be fined for not providing the chattels in your lease. If the housing authority puts a little pressure on the guy, he may move a bit quicker. You should look for a new place to live. This guy is giving you a preview of the way things are gonna be run from now on. Do you want to wait until something major happens, and you are really stuck in that place without heat, hydro, or water? |
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nina_ross692000
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By law you can get an outside person to fix it and your landlord has to pay it back or deduct it from your rent. Keep your receipt and do just that, also call your town's non-emergency number, it's the alternative to the emergency number. They would be able to guide you the information that you need. If that is to hard go to your local police department and they will tell you exactly what to do. Because my dear, what you have is a slum lord on your hands. Good luck. |
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goober_head_13
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Nothing you can do except show your dissatisfaction by moving. landlords do not have to furnish anything, unless specifically stated in the lease agreement. If you buy a stove, and he isn't willing to repay you for it, then you will be out that money and depending on the state you live in, you may be required to leave the stove there when you move. That is because some states have laws stating that if you install something that is generally a permanent fixture it has to stay with the house when you move. |
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mopargrapeape
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i he won't replace or repair the stove, withhold rent. but if you withhold the rent make sure you put it in an escrow account or he could get you for none payment of rent. most cities have a housing agency. contact them to see what your rights are. |
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pink_willis
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look at your lease. he has a certain amount of time to fix things, it often seems unreasonable as the tenant because its stuff that disrupts your life. he's probably within his rights, he knows the rules and probably doesn't want to get taken to court. |
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brokenmuffinz
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Don't pay rent until they fix it. It's as simple as that. |
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scotfritz@snet.net
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The short answer is that you can't do much to FORCE your landlord to replace your stove.
You could arrange a hearing with your local Housing Authority or you could take him to court but chances are good that you will have the stove long before you get a hearing or court date. And, in the meanwhile, you have worsened any relationship you currently have with the landlord.
Your landlord is a bum for dragging his feet. Maybe you should think about moving. |
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djzlyric
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No. You do have rights and it really depends on what state you live in, contact a legal aid office and ask they cannot charge you for a phone consult. I know I had no fridge for a day and they broke their back to get one in there so I wouldnt have to call the people on them. I have two children as well. keep Paying your rent regardless of bad service because if this ends up in a legal issue you have documentation of good standing. |
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AnswerGirl
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What you need to do is report this. You are held contractually to paying rent so unless he says buy a stove and deduct do not stop paying rent. Please call your city office where you live - i.e. city hall and explain your situation. All cities and states have renters rights that must be upheld or the person you rent from can be fined. After you have done this and they give you information then and only then should you stop paying rent. Look in your lease you signed and see if it says anything about maintence of the dwelling. Also you can call the state housing office - find their number by looking up the state web page and if you have any doubts on who to call, call your rep. they can direct you in the right direction. Good Luck! AnswerGirl |
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Bill
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You do have rights. They are set down in your copy of the lease you signed. Check the lease agreement for anything on how long management has to fix broken appliances. NOTE: I said management. The person you refer to as your landlord is probably just another tenant who has been selected by Management to manage your apartment complex.
Since you have tried, unsuccessfully to deal with the person who manages the apartment write a letter to the owners of the apartment complex. Set forth your grievance in a logical,straightforward manner. They will respond to your letter. Make sure you keep a copy of both your letter and their reply for yourself.
If this fails to resolve the problem you have two more options. But these two last options mean you are willing to lay everything on the line to get the problem fixed.
They are contacting your local housing bureau and getting an attorney.
Good luck |
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