Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Michigan

Rental Issues

I have a landlord who is fixing the boiler in my apartment complex. All of October we haven't had any heat in the bldg. I was wondering if I could withhold part of my rent to compensate for my inconvenience. Also I would like to know if there is any agencys I could talk to and where they are located.


Asked on 10/30/02, 5:50 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Gregory J. Roth Gregory J. Roth, PLLC

Re: Rental Issues

Under Michigan law, a tenant has the right to withhold rent when a landlord fails to keep a rental unit in reasonable repair or otherwise maintain the unit. To support a claim, it is important to document the problem and give the landlord notice and reasonable time to repair. It sounds as if your landlord is already fixing the boiler. Please contact me if you have any further questions. www.lawgreg.com

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Answered on 11/08/02, 1:28 pm


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