Roach Infestation Lease Issues

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Summary

Under Georgia law, landlords must provide habitable living conditions. If a rental property has a roach infestation, tenants can request treatment or consider withholding rent or repair and deduct options. Consulting a local attorney is recommended. To find legal assistance, consider Georgia Legal Aid, the Georgia State Bars Lawyer Referral Service, or an online search for tenant law specialists.

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I signed a lease went to move in the house and there’s roaches everywhere I contact the property manager to be moved to another property she stated they can just treat the roaches I’m pregnant and have three kids I cannot move into a home with a roach problem
Hello Stefanie, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Can you please tell me where you're located so I can provide accurate information based on your local laws?
Georgia
Hello Stefanie. Here is some general legal information for your situation:
- Under Georgia law, landlords must offer a dwelling that is fit for habitation.
- If they fail to do so, tenants may withhold rent or "repair and deduct".
- However, it's always recommended to consult with a local attorney before taking any action.
Okay how can I go about getting one
To find a local attorney, consider these options:
- Georgia Legal Aid (georgialegalaid.org)
- Georgia State Bar's Lawyer Referral Service
- Online search for local attorneys specialized in tenant law.