Q: My landlord is living in a manufactured home with no permit to be there, it has been red tagged I believe anyway. He has
No septic or sewer and it's very very run down
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In California, landlords are required to provide rental properties that meet basic habitability standards. This includes having proper sanitation facilities, such as a septic system or connection to a sewer, and ensuring the property is safe and maintained in a condition fit for occupancy.
If a property has been red-tagged, it indicates that the property is deemed unsafe or uninhabitable by local authorities. Living in a red-tagged property or allowing tenants to do so can be a serious violation of housing laws.
As a tenant in this situation, you have several options. First, you should document the conditions, including the lack of septic or sewer facilities and the rundown state of the property. This documentation can be crucial in any legal actions or negotiations.
You can report these conditions to local health and building code enforcement agencies. They have the authority to inspect the property and can take action against the landlord for violations.
Additionally, consider seeking legal advice. An attorney can advise you on your rights as a tenant and the potential remedies available to you, such as rent withholding, repair and deduct options, or even terminating your lease due to the uninhabitable conditions.
Remember, as a tenant in California, you have the right to a habitable living environment, and there are legal protections in place to enforce these rights.
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