Summary
Landlords in North Carolina must provide habitable living conditions and make necessary repairs. Tenants can withhold rent or break the lease if these obligations arent met. For deposit returns, send a written notice detailing issues. Small claims court allows suing for up to $10,000 without a lawyer, but evidence is crucial. Consult a local attorney for guidance.Full Conversation
I moved ina place with landlord. She knew I had severe asthma. Gave her $* deposit prorated rent for month of June. As I was about to arrive to her property wit estimated
time of arrival with my groceries and from out of town .She texted me you may want to come in and smell around because I have stained a piece of furniture. "Is this going to be a problem for you?"I replied YES. She texed I can move it into the other bedroom. For * nights the fumes of oil based stain was permiating throughout the the entire upper and lower townhouse. She keeps her vents closed upstairs. It was about * to *+ degrees. She said .I left of the air so you would be comfortable. When its90plus degrees outsisude. I purchased a air purifier and bought vent covers. Meanwhile she turned on AC in which she states only cools downstairs??.I left after 2nights of no sleep difficulty breathing windows opened. I asked if she would move furniture. She didn't. I do not want to stay there. There's too may problems up front.Shes constantly turning thermostat up and down All vents are closed upstairs?? I have a breathing machine, inhalers, and a vocal cord dysfunction. She knew that before I moved in. I believe she is running a scam to take peoples deposits and atleast 1st months rent.
I'm sorry to hear about this situation. It's important to know your rights as a tenant. Could you please tell me where you are located so I can provide accurate legal information?
Huntersville NC *
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In North Carolina, landlords are required to:
- Provide a habitable home
- Make all necessary repairs
If they fail to do so, tenants may:
- Withhold rent
- Break the lease without penalty
Please consult with a local attorney for further advice.
Can I get my deposit back
In North Carolina, you can request your deposit back if your landlord doesn't meet their obligations. However, it's advisable to send a written notice first, detailing the issues. If unresolved, you may take legal action. Please consult a local attorney to guide you through the process.
What about small claims court
Yes, small claims court is an option. In North Carolina, you can sue for up to $*,*. It's a simpler process that doesn't typically require a lawyer. However, you'll need evidence to support your claim.
Ok
I'm glad you found the information helpful, ****. Remember, good documentation of the situation is key to success in small claims court. If you need more legal information in the future, don't hesitate to ask.
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