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PRACTICE
Failure to Maintain
Hold Your Landlord Accountable: Failure to Maintain
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Ensuring Safe and Habitable Living Conditions
Every tenant deserves to live in a safe and well-maintained home. When landlords fail to uphold their responsibilities, tenants can face serious health and safety issues. At Korte and Associates, we are dedicated to holding landlords accountable for neglecting their duty to maintain rental properties.
Florida law requires landlords to keep rental properties in a condition that is safe, habitable, and compliant with local housing codes. This includes regular maintenance, timely repairs, and addressing any issues that could affect your safety and well-being. When landlords neglect these duties, tenants have the right to take legal action.
Our team of experienced attorneys will work with you to document the issues, communicate with your landlord, and, if necessary, take legal action to ensure that your living conditions are brought up to standard. We understand how frustrating it can be to deal with an unresponsive or negligent landlord, and we’re here to make sure your voice is heard.
Whether it’s dealing with mold, broken utilities, or other hazardous conditions, Korte and Associates will fight to ensure that your home is safe and livable.
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FAQs
Every tenant deserves to live in a safe, well-maintained home. Unfortunately, some landlords fail to meet their legal obligations, leaving tenants in unsafe or uncomfortable conditions. Here are some frequently asked questions about what you can do if your landlord isn’t maintaining your rental property as they should.
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What can I do if my landlord refuses to address hazardous conditions in my rental?
If your landlord is not addressing hazardous conditions that affect your health or safety, you should document the issues and the landlord’s lack of response. You may have the right to withhold rent or repair the issue yourself and deduct the cost from your rent. However, these actions can be legally complex, so it’s important to consult with us at Korte and Associates to ensure you’re taking the right steps.
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What types of conditions are considered uninhabitable?
Conditions that can render a rental property uninhabitable include, but are not limited to, severe plumbing issues, lack of running water or electricity, mold, pest infestations, and structural damage. If your rental property is experiencing any of these issues and your landlord is not taking action, contact us immediately to discuss your legal options.
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Can I break my lease if my landlord doesn’t maintain the property?
In some cases, you may be able to break your lease if your landlord fails to maintain the property and the conditions are severe enough to make the unit uninhabitable. However, breaking a lease can have legal implications, so it’s important to get legal advice from Korte and Associates before taking this step to ensure you protect yourself from any potential penalties.
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