I live in a townhouse run by Deville Apartments and Builders, LLC in Ohio. We've been living there for about 6-7 months so far and we found out about 3 months ago that the basement was leaking, we called, they said they'd get somebody out here. They still haven't (you really have to b**ch out these people to get them to do something) and a few days ago it rained again and they're supposedly getting somebody out here this week. We noticed yesterday what looks like mold on the basement wall because of the moisture, can we get the Health Dept. or somebody to come in and demand that something be done because of this and potential health hazards. And can Deville be held responsible for never properly sealing the basement in the first place? This is obviously a long going problem that previous tenants may have had if there is mold on the wall. What can, and should be done legally?
2006-10-03 06:36:51 · 3 answers · asked by chris 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Call the local health or building inspector. What will probably happen, however, is that you will be given documentation telling you that you have to move, and the lease is void; in other words, you will be told you can move. That is the gist of the help you will get.
2006-10-03 06:41:23 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mold can cause quite a health hazard. So call the health department and see what they recommend. You may have to pay for a mold inspection. If nothing else, you will know your rights, and it will get the landlord moving. The landlords insurance may cover the mold problem. Just be advised that your property that is ruined is only covered by your renters insurance.
2006-10-03 06:41:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
a whole lot can be done.first send them a letter and refer to the first notice you gave them.then how many more notices after that.end your letter with this phrase,TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE.after a day or two call the health department and the city and they would tell you exactly what to do.you have the law on your side.what is happening can constitute effective eviction.meaning you can break your lease based on that.when the city gets involved if the situation does not present a clear and present danger the land lord can be ordered not to charge rent,until the problem is fixed.let the city know now.
2006-10-03 06:55:43 · answer #3 · answered by miraclehand2020 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋