Q: Leasing office aware of wasp infestation & that tenant is allergic, been over a month. Next step?
A:
First of all, see the end of this answer!
1) DO EVERYTHING IN WRITING. You saying 'they were aware' is too easily countered by 'no we weren't'. I sent these 4 emails that they responded to and these two postal letters is far harder to deny.
2) Have you asked for specific relief? E.g. "I have wasps. Please send an exterminator" If you haven't asked for anything specific, you have no reason to complain.
3) If they have either refused or neglected to fix it you have two options: Fix it yourself (and ask for compensation for the expense) or announce they have broken the lease provision for x (if nothing else, they have failed to provide a habitable dwelling) and you will be moving out since they broke the lease. And then move out.
BEFORE YOU DO ANY OF THIS however, it would make sense for you to consult with a local landlord/tenant attorney. There are tricks that your local court will be looking for if you end up getting sued, and if you haven't followed through properly with what THAT judge expects to see, you may be in trouble. Don't try to do this alone. Get local help!
-- This answer is offered for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney/client relationship.
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