We have outdated cable wiring that is not compatable with current cable networks. Our landlord says if we want it updated, we have to pay. Is this true? I think it is his responsibility. What proof can I show him? If I'm wrong, what proof can I see?
2007-11-20 03:26:08 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
Rewiring the house for cable or satellite, or whatever service you want is not up to the landlord. I can't show you proof that optional luxuries are not the landlords responsibility, as that is proving a negative. However, you aren't going to find any state that requires a landlord to wire for optional services that the tenant wants.
Your cable company mot likely will contract with YOU to do it in exchange for an extended service contract.
2007-11-20 03:53:41 · answer #1 · answered by Elsa D 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
In Michigan, no. As a Michigan landlord, it is my responsibility to ensure my home is acceptable to State landlord/tenant law, local rental codes as well as any contractual agreements, i.e. the lease agreement.
Your question is about "optional" upgrades that speak to the luxury of life, not the "required" upgrades that give attention to the safety, health and well-being of the occupants and neighborhood.
Network cables are optional, not required in a home. Check your lease agreement and see what it says. Another approach is to see if you can receive a partial rent credit for the installation of the network.
As for the proof you want to see...go to the Michigan Legislature website and search landlord/tenant law. You'll find everything you want to know there.
2007-11-21 21:14:39 · answer #2 · answered by cnichol_t 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In Michigan (and in any other state) a landlord does not have to provide ANY cable service, much less upgrade it to the type of cable you want. If you want certain cable services, the cost of obtaining it, including any wiring upgrades, falls on the tenant.
2007-11-20 17:35:30 · answer #3 · answered by acermill 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If the lease doesn't stipulate that he provide updated cable then you are SOL. Cable TV is not a basic necessity.
2007-11-20 11:34:38 · answer #4 · answered by Brian A 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They have no such responsibility. I doubt that any kind of TV signal at all is guaranteed in the lease.
2007-11-20 11:49:02 · answer #5 · answered by glenn 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋