Unsafe Basement Rental Concerns

Summary

If your rental basement lacks proper ventilation and structural integrity, it may violate Ontarios rental standards. Contact local bylaw enforcement for inspection and address safety concerns. Communicate with your landlord about these issues in writing. If they refuse to address the concerns or attempt eviction, it may be considered retaliatory and illegal under the Residential Tenancies Act. Prioritize safety by reporting to local authorities and discuss pending rent with your landlord to avoid eviction. Consider seeking legal advice from a tenant legal clinic in Ontario for further guidance.

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just on last day, my guy whos a plumber which came to my place, so the basement,where im living , he looked the whole basement and said its all illegal, like theres no proper ventilation, no windows that opens, even a piller is not there just the steel thing that holds the basement nakedly
It sounds like you have concerns about the safety and legality of the basement you're renting. Here are some general points about rental property standards in Ontario:
- Rental units must meet health, safety, housing, and maintenance standards.
- Proper ventilation and emergency exits are required.
- Structural integrity is essential.
Have you spoken to your landlord about these concerns?
no i havnt
It sounds like you might be dealing with some serious safety issues in your rental unit. Here are a few steps you can take:
- Communicate with your landlord: It's important to inform your landlord about these concerns in writing.
- Contact local authorities: If your landlord does not address the issue, you may contact local authorities or your municipality's bylaw enforcement.
- Seek legal advice: Consider reaching out to a legal clinic for tenants in Ontario for further guidance.
Would you like more detailed information on how to proceed?
what does happens if we communite and he said no and try to get us out
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If you communicate your concerns to your landlord and they refuse to address the issues or attempt to evict you, here's what could happen:
- Illegal Retaliation: Evicting you for raising safety concerns may be considered retaliatory and illegal.
- Tenant Rights: You have rights and protections under the Residential Tenancies Act in Ontario.
Would you like more detailed information on your rights and the steps you can take?
easy thing that dont need any hustle and get this done in a jiffy and sort this out within the municiplaity wher im living?
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You can contact your municipality's bylaw enforcement to report the safety and legality concerns. They can inspect the property and take necessary actions. This way, you don’t have to deal directly with your landlord. Would you like assistance with finding the contact information for your local bylaw enforcement?
should i tell my landloard rn or later after this complaint
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If you prefer not to deal with your landlord directly right now, you can contact your municipality's bylaw enforcement first. They can inspect the property and address any safety or legality concerns without you having to confront your landlord initially.
Would you like assistance with finding the contact information for your local bylaw enforcement?
but theres pending rent from before
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Given the safety concerns and the pending rent situation, it's important to approach this carefully. Here are a few steps you might consider:
- Prioritize Safety: Contact your municipality's bylaw enforcement to address the safety issues.
- Pending Rent: You should also communicate with your landlord about the pending rent. If possible, try to resolve this amicably to avoid eviction.
Would you like more detailed steps on handling either the safety concerns or the pending rent?