Under what circumstances (if any) can a property owner be held liable for damage done by their tenants?

Question

If a "renting" neighbor causes damage to your property, can the landlord be held responsible?

Please don't answer with "ask a lawyer" because, obviously, I'm trying to avoid that.

The problem is that the tenants have adopted an attitude of, "I don't own anything, what can you do to me?" so they feel free to behave irresponsibly.

Answer 1

No, the person who does the damage is responsible. Unless the damage is caused due to negligence on the landlord's part (ie; they didn't repair something that caused the tenant to have an accident that damaged your property.

Answer 2

Yes, you can hold them responsible for any damages over and above "normal wear and tear". This includes the cost to repair, replace, or clean. Read the lease you have with them carefully. You probably laid out a proceedure for billing them in that event, and even one for eviction. If you wish to collect from them, you probably will have to hire an attorney. Sorry, but that's just how it is.

Answer 3

It depends if the landlord had prior knowledge . . . for instance if you had complained previously to the home owner about the tenants then yes they could be liable.

Answer 4

i dont believe the landlord can be held responsible. i think the person who actually caused the damage is the responsible party.

Answer 5

the land lord can make the renter pay for all damages done, when you rent a house out to some one you should always make a contract for the tennants to fill out and sign.

Answer 6

YOU CAN BE HELD RESPONSIBLE BUT YOU CAN GO AFTER THE TENANTS FOR ANY LOSSES YOU INCURR

Answer 7

are there any specifications for this in your leasing contract?