Q: Does the landlord have to pro rate my rent
I have been out of my townhouse for almost three weeks. The ceilings in the kitchen and living room collapsed. The work has not been completed. The landlord is wanting me to pay the full amount for rent this month. Last months rent was already paid when the damage occurred. I have had to pay for some place to live during this time.. What is my recourse?
A:
Unless you did something to cause the damage, you are entitled to a suspension of the rent for the period of time the premises are uninhabitable. Hopefully, you took some pictures of the damage so that if your landlord takes some action against you for the failure to pay the full rent, you will be able to prove to the Judge that you had to move out.
Consult an experienced lawyer if the landlord tries to evict you early.
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