Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Iowa

Roof leaks landlord won't fix

Rented house for almost 9 yrs. Roof started to leak. Told landlord about it everytime it rained. Now where has leaked it has started to become covered with black mold. I am currently laid off & cannot afford to move. I have a 5 yr old child in the home also. What can I do? What are my legal rights?


Asked on 9/19/08, 12:06 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

David Anderson Anderson Business Law LLC

Re: Roof leaks landlord won't fix

Have an atty send Demand Letter, then call city/cty health inspections.

You may have to repair then deduct, depending on app. Law.

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Answered on 9/19/08, 10:26 am


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