Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Florida
Are tenants able to cancel a lease due to mold in the dwelling and the landlord is willing to rectify the problem?
Asked on 2/08/12, 12:50 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
David Slater
David P. Slater, Esq.
While the tenant may be entitled to a reduction in rent if unable to use the premises, if the LL can correct the condition in a reasonable time, I doubt cancellation of the lease is available.
Answered on 2/08/12, 1:36 pm