Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

Problem with Landlord

Have been living in a rental for 7 months. There has never been a lease. Landlord does absolutely NOTHING to upkeep the home. I have cleaned, painted and did landscaping to make the home livable. There is a serious problem with the septic system and the septic water is flowing every where. The odor is overwhelming!!! He is not taking care of this problem. I need advise on what steps legally I can take to take care of this problem.

Thank you ~~

Mary Jo


Asked on 2/08/03, 1:33 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: Problem with Landlord

Since you have no lease you are a month to month tenant. You can give 15 days notice to terminate and move out. If you want to stay write to your landlord and hold back some of the rent until repairs are made.

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Answered on 2/08/03, 2:08 pm


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