he still has tenants that live there cuz there was a fire in only one room.its been more then 4 months and he still hasnt fixed that room...but yet the tenants still have to pay the same amount of rent for what is now a one bedroom.
2007-10-15 14:17:10 · 21 answers · asked by lisa c 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
what can the tenants do about it?moving isnt an option...
2007-10-15 14:21:22 · update #1
supposebly they say it was the tenants.but when them fire ppl came they said it started in the closet.but there wasnt anything on in the closet that could have caused it
2007-10-15 14:23:06 · update #2
Call 411, or the fire department and ask for the phont number to the Law enforcement, I have problems with my manager too, she is a bioooootch!!!
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2007-10-15 14:21:34 · answer #1 · answered by ♂♥♀ & ♀♥♂ ∞! Love Oh Love ! ♫♥♪ 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes the landlord needs to fix it. Call your local housing authority.
Every state has different laws, but the tenants should be able to sue for rent abatement, which means the landlord pays the tenants back some of the rent money for not keeping the house up to code. The tenants should pay their rent to the courts, who will hold it in escrow until the repairs are done. In Minnesota this is done by filing an Affidavit of Rent Escrow.
If it's not safe to live there the tenants should vacate immediately. Research "Constructive Eviction."
2007-10-15 14:26:44 · answer #2 · answered by jonflatt 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If the authorities deem the house "unlivable" then the people have a right to get out of their contract and leave. Also, if the damage was CAUSED by the tenants, then the tenants will have to use their deposit and probably more since it sounds like a lot of damage to repair it. I'm sure the LL has contacted them about how they are going to work it all out. It's a slow process..but 4 months and nothing has been repaired? That's REALLY slow....
2007-10-15 14:22:06 · answer #3 · answered by nessa20 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are variables... such as: who caused the fire, state laws, etc.
If tenants caused the fire, they may be responsible for some or all damages. (Refer to Rental or Lease agreement)
If tenants had Renter's Insurance, some of the damages may be covered. Make sure to read the fine print.
In certain circumstances, the landlord is responsible for some repairs under the "implied warranty of habitability".
Check your states Consumer Affairs Dept and the Landlord/Renters Handbooks
2007-10-15 15:06:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, check your lease for owner liability. Next, contact your insurance company and check for stipulations in the policy that allow you to move and file a claim due to the uninhabitable conditions. Next, take pictures of the damage and go to the city and fire chief. There has to be an investigation of the fire and you need to get a copy of the results. If they deem the unit untentable, your landlord must make the accomodations for you to move and refund your deposit. If the fire was the other tenant's fault you may have a suit against them.
2007-10-15 14:27:55 · answer #5 · answered by Ed G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm surprised that he was able to continue renting ANY of the building. When there's a fire, usually repairs have to be made before it's considered habitable. You need to contact a local authority - the fire department, your local town hall, code enforcement officer, or housing authority. And the tenants should not be paying full rent, but probably legally they should not be living there at all.
2007-10-15 14:25:28 · answer #6 · answered by N L 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He is probably waiting for the insurance to pay up. There are a lot of factors leading to payment, for instance, was the fire accidental or arson? Was the fire the fault of the tenant, like candles started it? Was the fire electrical or some other cause. There is a lot to determine regarding pay off.
As for the tenants, they should be compensated for the loss of part of the apartment, IF they weren't the party of fault. Nana
2007-10-15 14:22:31 · answer #7 · answered by nanawnuts 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whose fault was the fire? Building fault, wiring, etc? OR tenants? If it were tenants, then I would think the tenant is responsible.. if not them, then the landlord may be waiting on the insurance to kick in and help!
2007-10-15 14:20:36 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes the only exception would be if the landlord decided to vacate and seal off the WHOLE unit. You can't legally have tenants living in a unit that's partially inhabitable.
2007-10-15 14:27:28 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
yeah he needs to fix it...he should have insurance....but i do not think he has to worry about the contents in the room just the structureal part....of course the tenants should check with state law. Usually you can get info on tenant rights by going through housing court in their state/town.
2007-10-15 14:20:27 · answer #10 · answered by TheBostonBuckeye 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Since the unit isn't fit for human habitation you may break the lease and move out. You don't need to give any notice in this case, you don't owe rent past the date you move out. The landlord must return your security deposit.
Unfortunately you cannot force the landlord to make repairs; your ONLY option is to break the lease and move out.
2007-10-15 14:28:58 · answer #11 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋