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The windows don’t open and that’s against code. The house is old and has lead paint, which they never disclosed.
They’re citing this portion of the lease.
13. DAMAGE TO PREMISES. In the event the Premises are destroyed or rendered wholly untenantable by fire, storm,... View More 
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
Receiving a letter from your landlord's attorney demanding you vacate can be unsettling, especially under circumstances involving potential safety and health violations like unopenable windows and undisclosed lead paint. It's important to closely review the section of your lease that has... View More
Disagreement and he called the police and he was made to leave the storage is soly mine and everything in it well the owner of the storage facility works across the parking lot at his laundry mat and my ex went and told him some stuff which at the time the police were there the owner came over as... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
Based on the information provided, it seems that your rights as a tenant in the storage facility may have been violated. Here are some steps you can take to protect your property and assert your rights:
1. Review your lease agreement: Check your rental agreement to see if the owner has the... View More
answered on Mar 14, 2024
Depends solely upon the terms of the lease and whether that is permitted under the lease agreement.
After 8 years, I received a written eviction from landlord for nonpayment, stating $1,090 was owed. I paid the $1,090 via cashiers check and moved out... although I thought a court hearing was necessary for a legal eviction in the state of Kentucky, but I could be wrong. I did, however, leave most... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
In Kentucky, a landlord generally cannot file criminal charges against a former tenant solely due to the condition of the rental property upon move-out. However, the landlord may have the right to pursue civil action to recover damages if the tenant caused excessive damage beyond normal wear and... View More
My brother died and his daughter was staying with him before he died. The house I own they lived in at the time of his death and now she will not leave. How to kick her out? State is KY. Do I have to evict or can I just change the locks and remove her stuff. She is a on drugs so I’m afraid of... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
I understand this is a difficult and stressful situation. I'm sorry for the loss of your brother. Here are a few thoughts on how to handle this legally and safely:
In Kentucky, even without a formal lease, the niece would likely be considered a tenant-at-will since she was living there... View More
I am wheelchair bound diagnosed with depression and anxiety. I was prescribed a emotional support animal. The landlord at the apartments I live in first said I had to pay $250 when I showed them proof my animal was for emotional support they then told me there was now a no pet policy and I would... View More
answered on Mar 4, 2024
You should be able to keep the animal but you will likely have to pay pursuant to the terms of your lease.
I rented my house from 2014-2017. Section 8 made direct deposit payments. When the renter moved out, she notified section 8 and they discontinued payments to me. They began making payments to the renters new apartment. Do I need to pay the overpayment?
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
If the Louisville Metro Housing Authority Section 8 has informed you of an overpayment for the period you rented your house to a Section 8 tenant from 2014 to 2017, the general principle is that you may indeed be responsible for repaying any amounts that were overpaid to you. Typically,... View More
So my roommate has been lockung me out from using the unity room. I can not wash or dry clothes. He's made false statements about me. He's been agressive towards me since I caught him replacing the kitchen stove at 11pm one night . He got up in my face after I asked if he had premission... View More
answered on Nov 16, 2023
You should find new living arrangements and a new roommate. These issues never resolve well.
answered on Oct 18, 2023
A Kentucky attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Some of your options include searching on your own online, using the Find a Lawyer tab above, and looking into referral sections of bar associations. Good luck
My lease ended Sept 30 but I’m a single parent with no help and I’ve been having to wait until I had the money to get a storage unit to put my things in which I will finally have Wednesday of this coming week. The landlord is threatening to send a locksmith tomorrow to change the locks so all... View More
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answered on Oct 8, 2023
In general, landlords are often required to follow specific eviction processes before changing the locks or taking any other action to remove a tenant. This typically includes providing notices and potentially going through court processes.
In Michigan, you may be protected by state laws... View More
They called cps on me with false allegations and she had me served with court papers today she's suing me for 3,000 dollars,, she has done everything against my tenants rights
answered on Oct 5, 2023
You should obviously file an answer to the small claim lawsuit filed against you explaining why you either do not owe the $3,000 or detailing your payment(s) if you admit owing the money but claim that you have paid it.
Under the circumstances, the most cost-effective solution is to move at... View More
Kentucky? This is where i have lived for the past 4 months and have claimed permanent residence here. Just need some advice on my next steps. My name and new address is on the papers he served to ex-wife.
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answered on Aug 21, 2023
n Kentucky, if you've established permanent residence there for the past four months and your new address is included on the papers served to your ex-wife, it's possible that the service of legal documents might be considered valid. This could be due to substitute service, where documents... View More
My 1 year lease ends on March 31 2023 and we have already paid March rent in full. We have went ahead and moved out and when we tried to hand in the keys the said we had to give 30 days notice before we leave so we now have to pay April rent is this legal considering out lease was up on the 31st
answered on Mar 21, 2023
It depends on what your lease agreement says. It is common for the agreement to say the lease automatically renews month to month at the end of the initial term if neither party has given written notice of intent to terminate the lease at the end of the term
Home that's been in my family for over 30 years and I signed a waiver for probate hearing to appoint my brother as administrator of estate cause my mom dies without a will but my brother and my mom both was homeowners on the land house deed anyways my brother told me I could live here till I... View More
answered on Jan 1, 2023
Yes. Your brother can sell it and the new owner can have you removed. With no will, mothers estate will be divided among her children so you will have to either buy out their shares or sell your share and receive the money.
I broke an apartment lease 6 months early because my husband left me. I got a letter from a collections agency stating that I owe them a little over $3,000 for the remaining 6 months of the lease. The landlord had another tenant move in not even 2 weeks after I moved out. From my understanding,... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2022
You are obligated only for the difference between lease and new concrete price.
My landlord messaged me stating that I am responsible for the other tenants dog because I’m the only other tenant that has a dog, that I am responsible to reach out to this tenant and set up a time for us to clean up the entire yard. However, I always clean up after my emotional support dog and I... View More
Turned 18 last September. Living at parents house my whole life. My ID, bank, and mail state their house as my address. Live there rent free. Parents are controlling with "house rules". Same curfew and bedtime I had as kid. I have school and part-time job and they try to control what I... View More
The neighboring apartment building the one directly beside mine. As I was doing so a couple of the people over there came out cussing me trying to fight me saying I was trespassing. I kept walking saying i was sorry I didn’t know and didn’t mean to upset anyone, while they continued to... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2021
Technically it could be considered criminal trespass in the third degree if there are clear signs that this is private property or that you are in a housing development or section 8. If you were not charged by the police you likely don’t have anything to worry about.
I was a housekeeper but I was being sexually harassed by someone and when brought to the owners attention I was wrongfully fired and now I'm being kicked out can they just do that
answered on Oct 23, 2021
You have two separate issues: 1) a possible sexual harassment case and 2) an eviction. Unless you have a lease on the space, they can ask you to leave anytime with reasonable notice.
I'm getting evicted my rent is up to date always paid my rent and it's a lot going on that I need to speak to someone I'm disabled on a fixed income I'm really ill and this man is stressing me out
answered on Sep 22, 2021
What is the civil rights issue? None is mentioned in your summary.
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