QUESTION
Am I allowed to withhold rent from my landlord?
Asked on Oct 29th, 2020 on Landlord and Tenant Law - New York
More details to this question:
Our house has various issues that were not caused by us. Our sink leaks, we have a rodent issue, the management company dumps trash in our backyard, our washer and dryer are broken, and our basement floods. The lease states the landlord and management company have to deal with these issues if they arise. Our landlord continues to say he will take care of things and we are yet to see any progress. This is in New York City.
1 ANSWER
Landlord and Tenant Law Attorney serving New York, NY
Partner at
Goldberg & Lindenberg, P.C.
You should immediately file complaints with the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development by calling 311. They will send an Inspector and issue the appropriate violations and orders to repair. You may be entitled to withhold your rents but you should meet with a tenant rights lawyer first.
Answered on Oct 30th, 2020 at 7:02 AM
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