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i did call M.P.D. and they came and tried to get her to talk,she didn't answer and i could hear her above me,i tried the landlord to do something,it has made me sick and my cat,what can i do?
answered on Jun 9, 2021
I do not know what "M.P.D." means. I would suggest you report this conduct to your local law enforcement agency and see what they can do for you. You could also report it to the town code enforcement officer or other appropriate official. Here is a link to some more information:... View More 
We filed a complaint that snowmobiles being started in the garage below us were causing gas fumes in our home. I have a pregnant wife and three small children home all day having to breathe it. Our land lord says they should be able to use their garage how they please without worrying about gas... View More
answered on Feb 28, 2021
The question is whether the landlord's use of the garage "renders the dwelling unit unfit for human habitation." If so, "then a tenant may file a complaint against the landlord in the District Court or Superior Court. The complaint shall state that:
A. A condition,... View More
In February 2020 I became an at-will tenant after an amicable year lease expired before I was able to find a new place. Despite my roommate moving without communicating with me: I covered the $1575 rent by myself and confirmed via text I would have another month. Heating system failed the first... View More
answered on Jan 31, 2021
Question: If I want to sue for $4,000, do I have to produce proof of every expense accrued?
Answer: Yes.
Our landlord of 12 years just died. She never once raised our rent & we only signed a lease when we moved in. Assuming the ownership of the property (it’s a duplex) gets shifted over to her son, can he raise the rent super high or kick us out? We’ve been great tenants, we’ve caused no... View More
answered on Dec 22, 2020
Not to answer your question with a question, but is the original lease term still in effect? If it is, then your landlord should only be able to increase the amount of rent after the lease term expires.
As far as how much could your landlord increase the rent, normally, a landlord can set... View More
In and had the cops come and give us 48 hours to leave or we will be arrested for trespassing is this legal
answered on Dec 16, 2020
You should explain your side of the story to the police. Ask to speak to the Chief, if necessary. Typically, the police will not get involved in civil disputes.
evicting us stating we are at will tenants
answered on Oct 20, 2020
If your lease expired according to its terms, then you are tenants at will. That said, you may have some options and defenses available to you. I would suggest you read the information contained on this website: https://ptla.org/covid-19-maine-eviction-rental-housing-faq
Also, here is a... View More
The documents that I signed clearly state that I'm responsible for the taxes on my mobile home. When I followed up with the town about why I have not gotten the bill, they told me that the landlord/seller (also owns the park) is keeping it in their name and is refusing to put it in my name.... View More
answered on Sep 30, 2020
It sounds like what you are talking about is a land installment contract, the minimum contents of which are specified in 33 M.R.S. § 482.
33 M.R.S. § 482(1)(K) provides the land installment contract shall contain: “A statement which explains that the contract is not a mortgage and that... View More
foundation was never safe, tenants werent aware, landlord made them leave, gave them a house to stay in that he is trying to rent out, he is still showing it and will not let us rent it. Tenants not sure if landlord could just make them leave and be done, they have 3 kids and the landlord had let... View More
answered on Aug 13, 2020
Sorry, but I would need a clearer explanation of the facts before I could venture an answer.
do I have to refund the pro-rated rent or can I apply it towards the substantial damages?
Also if she attached something to my houses exterior with bolts is it now part of the property or can she remove it when she leaves?
answered on May 29, 2020
First, Maine law provides: "If a tenant who is 7 days or more in arrears in the payment of rent pays the full amount of rent due before the expiration of the 7-day notice in writing, that notice is void." It sounds like you can no longer evict your tenant, but you can keep the rent she... View More
I am moving out the first week of June. Landlord said the property manager needs to enter my unit ASAP to film a video walkthrough for prospective tenants. Is this compliant with current COVID regulations? Three unit non-owner occupied residential building in Portland.
answered on May 5, 2020
The first thing you want to do is review your lease to see if there is any language in it addressing this situation.
As to the COVID issues, on April 15, 2020 the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) released new guidance for its previous determination that real... View More
i was hoping to extend the lease one month he denied it after we decided we did not want to buy the house. and with the stay at home oder we have been having difficulty finding our new home can he evict us on june 1st we live in maine thank you for your help joey
answered on Apr 23, 2020
Your landlord can start the eviction process the day after your lease ends. Whether that process can move forward in court will depend on whether the courts will be scheduling and holding hearings in eviction actions at that time.
The son took the safe out of house 2 days before his father died refuses to tell her if there is a will She is 81 And can’t afford d a lawyer what r her rights the house did belong to her husband but his son took deed over before he died son claims
answered on Apr 22, 2020
I am sorry, but there aren't enough facts provided to answer your question. Your mom should contact the Maine Center for Elder Law at 207-467-3301 and https://mainecenterforelderlaw.com/.
My rent is due the 1st of the month. I sent my check out and it must of gotten lost in the mail. So the landlord emailed me and said " As of yesterday, December 11, I had not received rent for the month of December 2019 which was due on December 1. Pursuant to your lease, you are now also... View More
answered on Jan 9, 2020
No, this is not harassment, but there are several potential issues here. One you may want to explore is, assuming this is a residential lease, the maximum late fee for rent not paid within 15 days after it is due is 4% of one month's rent. So, if your rent is $950 per month, the late fee... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2019
In order to provide you with a more complete response, I would need to know more facts and I would need to explore some of the facts you have outlined. For example, I don’t know what you mean when you state: “The security deposit from my previous tenant was transferred over to the... View More
We live in state housing and he is on the lease can the landlord kick him out?
I brought them to court to have them removed. They still owe me rent plus late fees plus repairs. They are telling me I have to give back the deposit. I don't agree.
answered on Nov 13, 2019
Depending on the numbers involved, you are likely correct. In a residential lease situation, the landlord can keep all or part of the tenant’s security deposit if there are damages to the property that aren’t just “normal wear and tear” and/or the tenant owes the landlord rent when the... View More
My father allowed my brother to come stay with him for a couple months while he was looking for his own apartment. During that time, my father passed away. I inherited the house and now my brother is renting a bedroom from me, there is no lease. He insists that I give him a key to my garage and has... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2019
I am assuming you are now the sole owner of the house and your brother is a tenant at will under an oral agreement with you. In these circumstances, I don’t see any reason why you would need to give him a key to the garage, especially since you are allowing him to access the items he has in... View More
Tenants in the state of Maine with no current lease agreement.
answered on Aug 8, 2019
Generally speaking, if you are a tenant without a written lease in Maine, you are what is called a “tenant at will,” which typically means your rights are defined and specified by Maine statutes and applicable case law. I am not aware of any Maine statutory prohibition against a landlord... View More
Three tenants at will living in the same house. They have a co-tenant agreement between them. I have received multiple complaints from two of the tenants about the other individual for missing items and not helping with any chores around the house. I'm not sure weather I should evict the one... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2019
Under Maine law, to evict a tenant at will for causing a nuisance within the premises, you will first need to provide a 7-day Notice to Quit (which must conform to the statutory guidelines) terminating the tenancy at will. As landlord, you will need to show, by affirmative proof, that the tenant... View More
Owned a trailer for 12 years in a seasonal RV park. We violated no RV park rules (posted online). I was accused of theft one town away (returned property/misunderstanding) not arrested or charged with any crime. We're being forced to vacate, no eviction notice, no documentation. Is this legal?... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2019
I think you should each get your own lawyer. If you (the daughter) have a low income, you may be able to get help from Pine Tree Legal Assistance (they have a great web site: www.ptla.org). Your mother, if she is over 60, should be able to get help from Legal Services for the Elderly... View More
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