Q: My landlord will not fix my apartment. We went a1 1/2 weeks without the use of the bathroom now the floor is fixed
now the water doesn't work in the sink and no pressure in the shower. Mutiple other problem but that's a big concern should I pay him rent?
A: All Missouri leases have an implied warranty of habitability. This means the landlord has to provide certain, very limited and basic, services in a rental. These include a working bathroom and heat source, for example. If you believe your landlord has breached the warranty of habitability, there is a procedure for notifying the landlord, giving them an opportunity to repair, and if they fail to repair, making the repairs and deducting the cost from rent. In order to make sure you properly follow the procedure and do not default on your lease you should consult an attorney.
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