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Landlord issues

Air Conditioning Unit broke down 25Jun02, contacted the Landlord and they said they would have it fixed on 26Jun02. Heard nothing from the Landlord, so contact was made to find out that they would fix it on 28Jun02. I discussed with them that was not acceptable and that I needed to know my options. I contacted a personal firm from the yellow pages and they said they would come by 9-10 27Jun02, the Landlord agreed and I confirmed the appointment. in the meantime I asked if I would be reimbursed if I were to stay in a Hotel,he stated that yes I would be reimbursed all that I would need would be a receipt, which I have. Now he is telling me that he acted out of haste and that he had 48 hours inwhich to provide a solution. I am now afraid that I will not be reimbursed for the cost for the Hotel.

The unit was not able to be fixed and he is sticking with the 28Jun02 fix date, now I am asking about another Hotel stay as a possibility to the Heat issue.

Is this normal and what options do I have in this matter?


Asked on 6/27/02, 12:01 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: Landlord issues

You should refer to the terms of your lease to

see whether this issue is addressed If you are under an oral lease, refer to the Virginia Residential Landlord Tenant Act(VRLTA) for guidance.(This is your lease, if you have no written lease.)

If the issue of responsiblity is still unclear, you could pay into the registry of the court, the

amount which you believe you are out of pocket due to this incident, and then litigate the matter.

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Answered on 6/27/02, 4:12 pm


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