Landlord Not Providing Water

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The city turned all of the water off in my apartment complex tueday night at 730pm because my landlord would not properly fix the watse line. Gow long can he legally leave all of us without running water? He has not provided any help to any of the tenants or offered any sort of water transport.
Has your landlord given any timeline for when the water will be restored?

In Ohio, landlords are required to provide running water. If not, tenants may have the right to withhold rent or repair and deduct.
No the did no work on Wednesday, then came from 730am until 5pm thursday and still no water.
What steps have you taken so far to address this issue with your landlord?

In Ohio, landlords must provide running water. If not, tenants can withhold rent or repair and deduct.
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What is the name and location of your apartment complex? This information will help me provide you with the most accurate advice.
He jjat evidenced a long time tenant of over 13 years because he said he was going to call the health dept about the black mold in his apartment. Then they posted an evictiok notice on his door * hours later. So i think everyone is afrid to say anything now incase he tries to evict us too. You also can nevee get in contact with him, only his office and they are no ho
Have you considered contacting a local legal aid organization or the Ohio Attorney General's Office for assistance?

- Ohio law prohibits retaliation for reporting health/safety issues.
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What is the duration of your lease agreement with the landlord?

In Ohio, landlords must provide essential services like water. If not, tenants can withhold rent or repair and deduct.

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We have been hwre for 7 years. It started as a 2 year lease and not its month to month
Have you documented the lack of water and any communication attempts with your landlord? In Ohio, tenants can withhold rent if essential services aren't provided, but proper documentation is crucial.
Yes me and my neighbors all have
That's good. Have you considered reporting this issue to the local health department? In Ohio, they can inspect rental properties for health hazards.
We wanted to but thats why he evicted my neighbor and i have a 3 year old i cant affoed for him to evict us if he found out.
In Ohio, it's illegal for landlords to retaliate against tenants who report health/safety issues. Consider contacting Ohio Legal Help: *-*-*-* or Ohio Attorney General's Office: *-*-*-*.
I will do that. Thank you for all your help
You're welcome, ****. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need more help. Remember, it's your right to have safe and habitable living conditions.