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cfowen t1_j0t7uyl wrote

Tell them you’re going to contact a lawyer and see how quickly they move. This is, in essence, constructive eviction. Landlord is not making the necessary repairs/maintenance to allow the space to be livable. Your FIL could legally withhold rent payments until the situation is completely rectified.

In other words, this is some serious bullshit.

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CinciMaybe t1_j0u2h62 wrote

OP, if he'd want to go the withholding rent route, please be sure to do your research. It needs to go into an escrow account to show he's not just not paying. But hopefully it's resolved before his next rent payment is due! I'm so sorry this is happening.

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