We need locking screen doors but don't think we should be responsible for the cost because we rent.
2006-07-28 06:52:24 · 8 answers · asked by vonkris54 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Generally, The landlord can only be required to pay for these things if they are necessary for life/residence or if they are a safety issue.
Locking screen doors don't fit either bill, so chances are your landlord won't have to pay for them.
2006-07-28 06:56:17 · answer #1 · answered by Brian L 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on your state, but as long as the landlord is providing a front door with a lock, that's really all he/she needs to do.
Think like a landlord... You don't NEED a screen door. Screen doors are wasteful when people like to leave the door open with the heat on or the air conditioner on. (I'm not saying you will do this, but others may have and one jerk spoils it for everyone else.) If your landlord pays for either of those, he wants his tenants to conserve engery thus increasing his profits.
If you're in an apartment building where your door leads to a courtyard or something, they might not even allow you to install a screen door because it would distrupt the continuity of the building.
So, if you plan on doing this, ask the landlord if it's allowed. Then, see if you can work out a deal with him/her (i.e. I want it, I can't take it with me when I go, so you'll be keeping it, but I'll pay for half. OR, I'll pay for the door if you have the maintenance guy install it).
I can almost guarantee that your landlord won't pay for all of it just because you want it. That's the downside to renting... The building is an investment, you're generating income for the owner, and adding non-essential things cuts into the profits.
However, it depends on your landlord. If you're dealing directly with the owner, he might be a nice guy and do it. If you're dealing with a management company, they'll probably tell you to get lost.
Good luck though! Let us know how it works out.
2006-07-28 07:06:04 · answer #2 · answered by Myzyri 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a landlord in the city we don't have screen doors, but I would think all you would be responsible for is to lock the rental unit. After all your not responsible for a refrigerator but you are for heat and a stove. Call your local building inspector and confirm if you are responsible for a locked screen door. after all all you need is a utility knife to cut through the screen to get in.
I'm sorry I thought you were the landlord.
Good luck
Moskie257
2006-07-28 07:01:25 · answer #3 · answered by moskie257 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Screen doors are not a requirement in any state for a landlord to provide.
sorry, but your out of luck.
2006-07-28 06:55:27 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Locking screen doors are not required to make a unit habitable. Therefore, you're going to have to pay for them. Sorry.
2006-07-28 06:56:45 · answer #5 · answered by The Man 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it all depends on the state where you live, and your individual situation. Was there any type of an eviction notice served? Do you have any violations against you? Do you have a lease, and if so are you in violation of any parts of it? Is your rent paid up to date? These are all questions to ponder first. Then, since you have access to the web, I would go to your states home web page. All states have them. There you will find answers to every question you need categorized! Finally, a friend, lawyer, pro bono, etc. Good Luck!
2006-07-28 08:45:25 · answer #6 · answered by caslin49 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i don't think they are responsible for screen doors (with or with out locks) at all, so long as you have a main door with a lock set they are good. but that is all i think they are responsible for.
2006-07-28 06:59:23 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to someone from the city government.
2006-07-28 06:55:57 · answer #8 · answered by Balthor 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋