Tenant Rights And Protections

Summary

Tenants in california have rights to habitable living conditions and protection against retaliation. If a lease clause specifies rent, it should be honored unless breached. Landlords must maintain pest-free environments. Retaliation for code enforcement complaints is illegal. Consider consulting a local tenant rights organization or legal expert for guidance.

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Hi Vanne! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
ME AND MY SIGNIFICANT OTHERF
Hi Vanne! Could you share a little more about the legal issue you and your significant other are facing? That way, I can provide you with more specific information.
MY FIANCE AND I HAVE LIVED IN THIS APT BUILDING FOR * YEARS NEVER HAVE MISSED EVEN * PAYMENT ON RENT, WE HAD A CLAUSE IN THE LEASE ADDED BECAUSE WE MAKE LESS THANTHE MEDIAN AMOUNT OF INCOME. SO THE CLAUSE LOWERED HIS AMOUNT OF RENT AS ALLOWED BY THE HOPE PROGRAM AND THE SPECIAL CLAUSE THAT CANNOT BE ADDED TO ANY ADEMENDUM AS LONG AS TENANT REMAINS ON THE PROPERT HIS RENT WOULD BE $*.OO THE ONLY WAY THAT I COULD BE ALTERED IS IF HE WERE TO DEFAULT ON HIS RENT WHICH TO THIS DAY HE HAS NEVER. WE WERE WAITIN G FOR A * BEDROOM WHEN A NEW MANAGER TOOK OVER , SWHE CAME TO OUR APT FOR A CHAT ASND SEEN THE DISARRAY OF OUR APT WHICG WAS CONVERTED INTO A HANDICAP SO WE HAVE NO CUPBOARDS ITS THE SMALLEST APT IN THE BUILDING WE ARE SENIOR CITIZENS SO WE HAVE OUR LIFELONG TREASURES LIKE EVERYBODY ELSE. SO SHE SAID ABOUT OR CURRENT WAITING FOR ANOTHER APT FOR OVER * YEARS SHE SAID “THATS WHATS NOT GOING TO HAPPEN”SINCE THEN WE
It sounds like you're facing a challenging situation with the new apartment manager. Here are a few general points regarding tenant rights in California:
- Lease Clauses: If you have a clause in your lease that guarantees a specific rent amount, it should be honored as long as the conditions are met.
- Discrimination: Senior citizens and disabled individuals have protections under fair housing laws.
- Manager Changes: A new manager shouldn't alter your lease terms without proper cause.
For personalized advice, you might want to consult with a local tenant rights organization or legal expert. Would you like more detailed assistance or contact information for local resources?
MORE DETAILED ASSISTENCE
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Given the details you've provided, here are some additional points to consider:
- Fair Housing Laws: In California, tenants are protected against discrimination based on age and disability. If you feel that the new manager is discriminating against you, you may have grounds for a complaint.

- Lease Terms: If your lease includes a clause that specifies your rent should remain at $*.*, the management cannot change it unless the terms of the lease are breached.
- Tenant Rights Organizations: Consider reaching out to a tenant rights organization for assistance. They can offer guidance and may help mediate the situation with your property manager.
Would you like contact information for local tenant rights organizations or legal aid services?
NO IF I CONTACT ANY LEDAL SERVICE OR CODE ENFORCEMENT SHE WILL WAIT THE ALLOTTED TIME THEN RETALIATE WE’VE BEEN BULLIE4D FOR * YEARS
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It sounds like you're in a difficult situation, Vanne. If you're concerned about retaliation, keep documentation of any interactions with the management or any issues you face. You may also want to consider consulting a legal expert discreetly to understand your options better. If you change your mind about seeking legal aid or tenant rights organizations, they can provide valuable support.
HERES THE BIG ISSUE * YEARS AGO THEY TORE UP THE PLACE TO PUT SECURITY GATES WITHIN * DAYS OUR APARTMENT BECAME INFESTED WITH COCKROACHES THE PEST CONTROL WASNT DUE FOR ANOTHER * MONTHS, BY AT WHICH POINT THEY WERE TOO MANY TO EVEN HOPE IT WOULD KILL A */* OF THEM. I9 CAQLLED CODE ENFORCEMENT AND THEY TOLD THEM TO TAKE CARE OF THEM THERE WAS NO CLOSING INSPECTION FROM CODE ENFORCMENT BECAUSE BY THEN THE HANDYMAN AND PEST CONTROL HAD FAIDLED TO PUT ON MANDATED PROPER PAPER ATTIRE BEFORE ENTERING TO INSPECT AND INTRODUCEDE BEDBUGS INTO OUR ALREADY COCKROACH INFESTED APT. APARTMENT
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It seems like you're dealing with a tough situation involving pest issues and potential retaliation. Here are some general points for tenants in California:
- Pest Control: Landlords must maintain habitability, including pest-free conditions.
- Retaliation: Retaliation by a landlord for code enforcement complaints is illegal.
If you have more details or concerns, feel free to share, and I can provide additional guidance.
HOWEVER ILLEGAL IT IS SHE DID IT .AS WELL AS TAKING THAT SPECIAL CLAUSE. WADDING IT UP AND THROWING IT IN THE TRASH. WE ARE IN MULTI HOUSXING TAX CREDIT APT/ WHICH SAY ARE RENT RESTRICTED. SHES EAISED HIS RENT FROM $*.* NOW HE IS PAYING *.* O0N AN INCOME THAT IS LESS THAN *% OF MEDIAN INCOME BEING LESS THEN THE POVERTY POPULATION
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It sounds like you're dealing with a serious issue impacting your housing rights. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case? If you agree, please share a bit more about the issue.