Tenant Rights No Electricity

Summary

The tenant has been living without electricity in their rented home for two months. Despite reporting the issue to the landlord, the problem remains unresolved. The tenant has not documented their interactions with the landlord, which could be crucial in potential legal disputes. The landlord is legally required to provide basic utilities, and the tenant may need to contact their local housing authority if the issue persists.

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There is no power to the home I'm renting
How long has the power been out, ****? In most states, landlords are required to provide basic utilities, including electricity.
2 months
That's quite a long time. Have you reported this issue to your landlord?
Yes
What was your landlord's response when you reported the issue?

General Information:
- Landlords are legally required to provide basic utilities.
- If unresolved, you may contact your local housing authority.
Keeps putting it off
Have you documented your communication with your landlord about this issue?

General Information:
- Keeping a record of all interactions can be helpful in legal disputes.
- Consider sending a certified letter for proof of communication.
No
It's important to document all interactions with your landlord. This can be used as evidence if you decide to take legal action.