Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New Jersey
Landlord's Right to Repair
Whether a New Jersey landlord is obligated to pay to repair a broken microwave oven in the apartment when it was originally rented?
The landlord insists that it is not his responsibility, and the tenants must pay for the repairs. The microwave is attached to the stove in the apartment. There is no specific reference to this situation in the lease.
Asked on 7/09/01, 10:37 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Landlord's Right to Repair
This is clearly a small claims issue
If you caused the damage to the microwave
you should pay
If it is wear and tear, it is probably the
responsibility of the landlord
Answered on 7/10/01, 10:02 pm