Tenant Eviction Rights Maryland

Summary

In Maryland, landlords must maintain habitable properties and follow legal eviction procedures. Tenants can report unsafe conditions to local housing authorities. If a property is condemned, landlords are not required to find substitute housing. Tenants can file complaints for failure to maintain habitable conditions and may seek legal assistance for compensation. Contact the Carroll County Housing Authority for more information.

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my parents and i were evicted from the home we had been renting for 8 years because the house had damage to the roof that our landlord said was too expensive to repair. I offered to pay $*,*, almost my entire lifes savings to help repair it even though thats an odd thing for a tenant to do, but our landlord said it would cost $*,* to fix and they refused to do it so they dvicted us.
Hey ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Could you let me know which state you live in? This will help me provide more specific information about tenant rights and eviction laws in your area.
i live in carroll county maryland
Hey ****, thanks for sharing. In Maryland, tenants have certain rights regarding eviction and habitability issues. Here are a few key points:
- Landlords must ensure rental properties are habitable and safe.
- Evictions must follow legal procedures, including proper notice.
- Tenants can report unsafe conditions to local housing authorities.
Would you like more detailed information on tenant rights or eviction procedures in Maryland?
yeah
- Landlords in Maryland are required to maintain rental properties in a habitable condition.
- Evictions must follow legal procedures, including proper notice.
- Tenants can report unsafe living conditions to local housing authorities.
Would you like detailed information on how to report your landlord to the housing authorities or how to proceed legally?
the county people told our landlord he had to either repair the roof or condemn the house
Hey ****, it seems like you have a strong case. Here’s some more detailed information on your rights:
- Landlords' Responsibilities: They must keep the property habitable and safe.
- Eviction Procedures: Must follow legal steps, including proper notice.
- Reporting Unsafe Conditions: Contact Carroll County Housing Authority to file a complaint.
Would you like to proceed with legal action or need help contacting housing authorities?
i am currently living in a homeless shelter so I'm not sure if contacting housing authorities will help
Hey ****, contacting the Carroll County Housing Authority can still help even if you're in a shelter. They can investigate your complaint and possibly hold your landlord accountable. Here are the steps to follow:
- File a complaint with the Carroll County Housing Authority.
- Keep all records of communication and any notices received.
Would you like more information on how to file the complaint or need contact details for the housing authority?
i read somewhere that if a house is condemned the landlord is responsible for finding his tenant a substitute housing place within reasonable distance and simikar rent but our landlord failed to do that
Hey ****, in Maryland, if a property is condemned, landlords generally must provide reasonable notice. However, they are not explicitly required to find substitute housing. You can file a complaint for failure to maintain habitable conditions:
- Contact Carroll County Housing Authority to report the issue.
- Consider seeking legal assistance for possible compensation.
Would you like contact details for the housing authority or information on seeking legal help?