Landlord Neglects Apartment Repairs

Summary

In Arizona, tenants can notify landlords in writing about issues. If unresolved, they can arrange repairs and deduct costs from rent or withhold rent. Work orders can serve as written proof. Tenants may also break leases without penalty or sue for distress due to uninhabitable conditions. Consult a local attorney for advice.

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Landlord has not fixed my problem my problem is there's a leak somewhere in this apartment that's been soaking up my daughter's room for the past four months I put in work orders I took pictures I have videos Um nobody's came while people did come and they just put a hole in my bathroom shower do I have to pay rent this month I've been paying rent since I moved in
Hello ****, sorry to hear about your issue. Could you please tell me where you are located? The laws regarding landlord responsibilities and rent withholding vary by location.
Tucson az
Hello ****, in Arizona, you have the following options:
- Notify the landlord in writing about the issue.
- If not fixed in a reasonable time, you can arrange repairs and deduct the cost from your rent.
- Alternatively, you may be able to withhold rent until repairs are made.
However, it's recommended to consult an attorney before taking action.
So does work orders count about a written paper saying that it needs to get fixed cuz I have the copies of the work order and I have all of that I have pictures and I have videos
Yes, work orders can serve as written proof. Maintain copies of all communication, including work orders, emails or letters. This helps establish a record of the landlord's knowledge of the issue and your attempts to get it resolved.
They are well aware of it I don't know what else to do I've been paying rent since I moved in here this is the first month that I don't want to pay rent because I want to say there's mold under the carpet now because it's been soaked for 4 months and when they're done with this they're going to pull that carpet up and see and replace it because my daughter is getting sick now
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. In Arizona, you may have the option to:
- Break your lease without penalty due to uninhabitable conditions.
- Sue for discomfort, annoyance, and emotional distress.
Please consult a local attorney to discuss the best course of action.