Broken Railing Legal Options

Summary

In Lexington, KY, tenants can withhold rent for essential repairs after notifying the landlord in writing. If someone is injured due to negligence, they may sue. Document all incidents and consult a personal injury attorney if needed.

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I and at least one other person have mentioned a very broken railing on our front stoop and also I’ve lived here since */* and had my rent change 3x going up from $* now to $* and we still have no working gate and no out door pool. I have also mentioned that the water is turns normal and the maintenance guy kind of chuckled it off and said oh that’s just rust. There’s smaller issues from me and others that I know in my building but those are the major ones. So I was wondering if there is anything that can be done about me/us withholding part of rent or whatever till it’s fixed?
Stacey, I understand your concern. The laws about withholding rent vary by location. Could you please tell me where you are located? This will help me provide accurate information.
It’s not just about withholding rent
I understand, Stacey. It sounds like there are a lot of issues. To provide accurate advice, could you please tell me your location?
Lexington ky
In Lexington, KY:
- Tenants can withhold rent if essential repairs aren't made.
- Tenants must notify the landlord in writing of the issue first.
If they still not comply, consult a lawyer.

Fayette County District Court~
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * N Limestone #*, Lexington, KY *
Website: courts.ky.gov

So it has to be in writing? Not just going up to the office cuz they document then
Yes, in Kentucky, it's important to formally notify your landlord in writing about the issues. It provides a legal record and can support your case if needed later on.
Ok thanks
You're welcome, Stacey. If you have any other questions in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Good luck with your situation.
What if someone gets hurt from it?
If someone gets hurt due to the landlord's negligence, they can sue for personal injury. It's crucial to document all incidents and report them in writing. Consult a personal injury attorney if this occurs.
Again though what if a written complaint wasn’t made before the injury?
Even without a written complaint, if the landlord was aware of the issue and failed to address it, they could still be liable for negligence. However, proving this might be more difficult. Consider consulting a personal injury attorney.
Thanks again
You're welcome, Stacey. If you need further assistance, don't hesitate to ask. I wish you the best with your situation.