bad landlord

[nannat]

can lanlords be reported?
I pay early. But I can't get anything repaired, yet I have some time on my lease.

[unknown]

Q: What do I do if my landlord does not make necessary repairs or provide necessary services?

A: You must give your landlord written notice of any needed repairs to keep your living quarters safe and healthy (It is recommended that written notice be mailed by certified mail, return receipt requested, when possible).

Your choices (if the defect affects safety or health):

(1) You may tell your landlord in the notice that if repairs are not made in 14 days you will move out in 30 days after the notice and your lease will be over.

(2) If the repair costs less than $100, you may tell the landlord that you will have the repair made yourself and subtract the cost or value from your rent if the landlord does not repair in 14 days.

(3) If an essential service fails due to the landlord's fault or willful act, you can, at your option, by giving written notice:

(a) End your lease and move immediately.

(b) Move somewhere else temporarily. You will not owe the landlord rent while you are living in substitute housing.

(c) Sue the landlord for damages based on the difference between what the apartment or house is worth without the essential service and what you are required to pay under the lease.

(d) Make your own arrangements for the service and deduct the cost from your rent.

(4) If the conditions are so bad that there is an imminent threat to health or safety which is not remedied as soon as conditions require, you may give written notice of the problem and end your lease immediately.

(5) If a fire or other emergency makes your living place unsafe, you may end your lease by moving out and giving written notice within one week.

None of these rights are yours if the damage is caused by you or your family or pet, or a person or animal on the premises with your consent.

https://www.ok.gov/3515/1974/1993/

[patric]

quote:Originally posted by nannat

can lanlords be reported?
I pay early. But I can't get anything repaired, yet I have some time on my lease.

They have a series on bad landlords:
http://www.fox23.com/content/solvingproblems/default.aspx

The Tulsa Whirled also started a series on substandard housing a while back, but it only went as far as the Towerview Apartments that, as it turns out, they just wanted demolished on behalf of some "partners".

At least broadcasters disclose any potential conflicts of interest.

[cannon_fodder]

What type of repairs are you talking about?

General repairs such as peeling paint or even busted tile may not be actionable.  But broken heat, plumbing, railings and other items certainly are (not fit for habitation argument).   Light fixtures, appliances, and windows are probably somewhere in the middle and actionable after a demand letter as the FAQ above mentions.

Just don't think you can break your lease because he didn't repaint a wall your kids scratched up upon demand (not saying that's the case).

[cks511]

If it's a perry property, get out immediately!!!!!

[PonderInc]

That was my first thought: you must rent from Perry Properties!