San Antonio, TX asked in Landlord - Tenant for Texas

Q: Can I sue the code compliance officers for not doing their job responsibilities

code inspection for the city came to my place of residence were I am renting and found violation to be repair cause of unsafe living condition. So the officer told my landlord to fix all repairs on the 4 units .so the inspector came didn't even step in to the property just look in and said I am closing the case but my place never got inspect and now I am injured for the officer not doing their job .I have documents and photos of the property plz help me or point me in the right direction.

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John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
Answered
  • Frisco, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: Suing the code compliance officer will be expensive with a low probability of success.

Your better option is to sue your landlord if it is responsible for the needed repairs under the terms of your lease agreement.

You might also consider following the procedure set forth in the Texas Property Code to make the repairs yourself and deduct the cost from your rent. I always advise anyone choosing this option to have a quick $500 consultation with an attorney first to insure that the repairs are the landlord’s responsibility and that you thoroughly understand the repair and deduct requirements.

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