Q: My landlord did construction for three weeks on our apartment and we had to get a hotel. Are they required to compensate
The construction consisted of removing a large chunk of wall in my daughter's room, my room and hallway for plumbing. My daughter is two and couldn't be left in her room or my room to sleep or play because they were sealed with only plastic. I also work from home in music and had to vacate due to sawing and hammering. I had to transport all of my equipment and daughter to another location that I had to pay for along with the rent for my dwelling that was being renovated.
A: You should have come to an agreement with your landlord before moving out to cover all of these expenses. I would contact a local landlord-tenant attorney to discuss in greater detail.
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