I'm renting a mold filled house and my landlord wont do anything for us!?
370563
Mold is a serious matter!  Your entire family can become ill and this thing can last for years.  Mold is the next "lead paint" scare.  As a matter of fact, when I list properties, I have my seller to sign a mold disclosure.\n\nIf the landlord breaches any clause of a lease agreement, you, as the tenant, have the right to sue and recover damages against the landlord.  If the leased premises become unusable for the purpose stated in the lease (in your case, livable, healthy, and safe condition), you have the right to abandon the property.  This action is called  constructive eviction, which terminates the lease agreement due to the actions of a landlord that materially disturb or impair a tenant's enjoyment of the leased premises in which the tenant is effectively forced to move out and terminate the lease without liability for any further rent.  You must prove that the premises have become unusable because of the conscious neglect of the landlord.  To claim constructive eviction, the tenant must leave the premises while the conditions that made the premises uninhabitable exist.  Check with your state and local government to see how to go about it....it varies.\n\nAlso, it is against the law for this guy to threaten you because you threatened to take him to court--he is clearly interfering with your rights as a tenant. \n\nThere are laws regarding this type of behavior.
469896
This will depend on where you live. I lived in Toronto Canada and had a problem with air conditioning not working. The units were advertised as air conditioned in all rooms. One did not work at all ,it doubled as a heater in winter. We had it running not knowing prior to our renting, it had been on fire! The compressor was no longer installed . Could have had another fire and lost my family. We found out for every month it was not working ( as long as it is stated as being included in lease, and you have put in the proper repair orders)they would have to back pay $50 per unit per month, and would be required to repair and keep in working order. If you get no where and qualify go see your community lawyers for advice. It really depends on location and laws for your area, hope that helps!\n\nMore~SECTION 118. Duties of landlord and tenant\n\nA landlord shall at all times during the tenancy: \nExcept in the case of a single-family residence, keep all common areas of his building, grounds, facilities and appurtenances in a dean, safe and sanitary condition; \nMake all repairs and do whatever is necessary to put and keep the tenant's dwelling unit and premises in a fit and habitable condition, \nMaintain in good and safe working order and condition all electrical, plumbing, sanitary, heating, ventilating, air-conditioning and other facilities and appliances, including elevators, supplied or required to be supplied by him; \nExcept in the case of one-or two-family residences or where provided by a governmental entity, provide and maintain appropriate receptacles and conveniences for the removal of ashes, garbage, rubbish and other waste incidental to the occupancy of the dwelling unit and arrange for the frequent removal of such wastes; and \nExcept in the case of a single-family residence or where the service is supplied by direct and independently-metered utility connections to the dwelling unit, supply running water and reasonable amounts of hot water at all times and reasonable he-at.
51037
Unfortunatly there are some many types of mold.  The best thing to do is find a business that deals with it and have them come out and inspect the house and where the mold is.  They can tell you if it is harmful or not!
840863
They should have given you a form to write down any thing that is wrong with the apartment. If they did not I would just write every thing down and give it to them, make sure that you keep a copy for yourself (have whom ever you give it to sign it and make a copy for you). There are things that they can do to get that smell out.
453960
I think your getting hosed. The federal government sets standards for tenants and landlords. You should have received a notice of some sort unless it states otherwise in your lease agreement. Be careful there are some really shady dealers out there and this one might be trying to slip one by you. If you have to contact a lawyer for further advice you might actually be able to find one to advise for free over the phone. Good Luck! J
528087
call the landlord.  Tell him about the problem and if he doesn't do anything about it, you'll sue .. Your rights are being violated.  Look in your rental agreement.  I assure you, there's something in there about noise curfews .. They are in violation fo their rental aggrement and your rights are being infrindged upon.
697799
Put your request in writing (include the fact that the landlord previously had stated the problem was going to fixed), ensuring a date is on it, make a copy of it and send it certified to your landlord; also notify your local building code services office and explain the situation to them.  In most areas of the country where it gets cold, it is illegal for landlords to rent unheated dwellings and they can be fined if they do so.  If the heat goes out in one of their rentals that is inhabited and they do nothing about it, the local building code department can issue an "uninhabitable dwelling" violation which forces the tenants to move out until the problem is resolved.  (I worked in a codes services office in Kansas and we had a few of these  every year.)   Hope this helps! (Hope you get some heat!)
520471
You must first and foremost make sure you have submitted something to the landlord in writing. Please be detailed as to dates and times at which you have had the problem and reported the problem.  All this is necessary if this should go any further.  Certified mail is the best as someone in the office has to sign for it.  Depending on which state you live in also means something as well.  I agree with calling out the health dept, as there are several types of mold and not all molds/mildew issues are a health hazard. I would suggest to the landlord to transfer you into another unit.  Also do that in writing as well.  Means your not trying to get out of your lease just want the maintenance issue resolved.  If he/she is not willing to work with you regarding this issue, which he/she should.  Calling the health dept can become costly on a community quick.  So if your content with living at this community, work with them and not against them.  Makes the situation go much smoother.  Keep in mind NOT all molds are considered a health hazard.  So best of luck to you and try to resolve it.  Also, if the leandlord allows you out of your lease agreement.  GET IT IN WRITING, the last thing you need is for the company to come back to you and sue you for the remainder of the lease term.  It is a fine line and becareful.  Cover your assests here....  Document everything..............
1162958
I would advise against changing the locks, keeping their valuables, etc.  This will only make the problem worse.  \n\nI would talk to the landlord about your problem- perhaps he/she will have better luck with the attorneys/courts.  Also, if the landlord can't help you, try finding another attorney.  They can't all be bad and they can help you with the eviction.\n\nIf all else fails, just call the cops if they show up.  The police will help you sort everything out.  Or, you could always move.
1022874
First check your lease - if there's any mention of that you can be evicted for ANY infraction, then you've got a hard road ahead of you. If there's no mention of it, speak to your landlord and let him/her know that it was a mistake and that you have paperwork to prove it.\n\nGood luck!
1111522
You might do all those things but the other people in the building might not be so clean. Tell your manager in writing  give him a copy and let him know if the problem isnt fixed in a timely manner you will put your rent in an escro account with the local courts.
280573
You have a bad problem that has to be corrected. Yes you can get very sick when the mold ends up in your lungs. If you rent go right to the landloard and put in a written complaint and call the health department. If it is your own home you need to get a contractor to replace some walls before it gets out of control. \n\nPlease add your age to the end of questions so we know better how to answer your question..
1101093
Well, if you're buying it then you should be the one responsible for the upkeep. If you were renting it would be his place to fix it, but it's your problem now. Good luck.
42723
Call the Department of Health. The landlord has probably broken the lease and you can move with your deposit. I would have already moved if it's been since October. That is BS! I have kids mysself and I would not put up with that. I had a mold problem and I told the landlord I can move out because he did not provide aduquite quarters for my family, and I had to pay rent for a bathroom that I didn't even use. Good luck!
157217
Check for mold in your apt.  If you can certified that you might be able to break lease for health reasons.
747125
Yes, this is very juevenile on their part, and very disturbing. Not at all funny, very pathetic, they must be very unhappy and miserable human beings. I am sorry you are having to deal with them, however, greatful I don't have them as neighbors. I would contact my landlord and also make notes and take photos of their actions. This sounds very anal retentive, however, incase you have to take them to court. You will need the proof for the courts and also for the landlord. This hopefully, will be resolved by the landlord. Good luck to you! The world is full of all kinds and unfortunately you have got some of the most miserable individuals as your neighbors. God bless
608156
I'd guess allergies.  Have you had your house checked for mold?