i was moving out of a rental problem due to the owners neglience of entering the home at will. In the process of moving a fire started from the heat by the recycling cans. I wasn't at the property at the time. am i responsible for this or the owner?
2006-06-18 08:06:28 · 9 answers · asked by familyhome4562@sbcglobal.net 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
The answer lies in your lease agreement with the owner. Many times damage to the property is spelled out in the contract to protect the owner from damages resulting in negligence by careless tenants. I'm not trying to pass judgement here, but look at the agreement. Even if it is in the agreement, if I were in your shoes, I'd refuse to pay until the owner pushes it to court. Many landlords do not want the hassle of following through with such a case.
2006-06-25 08:01:54 · answer #1 · answered by edmonrj 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what caused the fire? what do you mean caused by the heat from the recycling cans? Were they your cans? Unless the cans and for what ever reason there was enough heat to start the fire belonged to him and it was him only who used it. Then it would not be on you. The owner can go after you if this belongs to you. Unless the owner was at fault because of the lack of repairs and you can prove it. You could be in big trouble and it could cost you a lot of money. They have Renters Insurance for a little cost per month. Good Luck
2006-06-18 10:07:08 · answer #2 · answered by audrey c 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The owner is responsible. Rental properties are generally insured by the owner (you still need your own insurance for contents though). So damage to the structure is your landlord's responsibility but any of your personal stuff is your responsibility.
2006-06-18 08:11:14 · answer #3 · answered by Dellajoy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you or the owner own the recycling cans? It may make a difference. If they belong to you, you may be responsible for leaving them where they can start a fire.
2006-06-18 08:11:21 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe You are responsible
2006-06-18 09:01:49 · answer #5 · answered by kubietime 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would imagine that if you left the cans by the heater, you are responsible.
2006-06-18 08:10:41 · answer #6 · answered by nighthawk_842003 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No you are not so you shouldnt worry
2006-06-18 08:10:45 · answer #7 · answered by Dummy G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YOU ARE IT WAS YOUR MATERIAL THAT STARTED THE FIRE.SORRY,I KNOW THAT'S NOT WHAT YOU WANTED TO HEAR.
2006-06-18 08:12:04 · answer #8 · answered by romadgo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you
2006-06-18 08:10:11 · answer #9 · answered by wolfman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋