Landlord Harassment And Damage

Summary

In Washington State, landlords are responsible for maintaining rental properties and cannot harass or intimidate tenants. If a landlord intentionally damages a tenants property or threatens them, it can be considered a violation. Tenants should document any damage or harassment and report it to the police or a local tenants rights organization. Landlords must also give proper notice before entering a tenants property, and they cannot dictate who can visit unless it violates lease terms. If a landlords behavior makes a tenant feel threatened or uncomfortable, seeking legal assistance is advisable. For tenant rights issues in Tacoma, Washington, contact the Northwest Justice Project at (888) 201-1014.

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My landlord came to my property where I'm renting and he damaged my screen door and he throw my yard stuff all over the yeard
Hello ****, that sounds unpleasant. Could you tell me where you're located? The laws about landlord and tenant rights can vary by location.
I'm in Washington State in tacoma
Hello ****, in Washington State:
- Landlords are responsible for maintaining rental properties.
- If damage is done intentionally by the landlord, they may be liable.
- You can document the damage, report it to the landlord and request repairs.
- If unresolved, consider contacting a local tenant's rights organization.
I'm a senior and he yells at me and he threatened me about the stuff I have in my yard what do I do
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Washington State, there are laws protecting tenants from harassment:
- Landlords cannot intimidate or harass tenants.
- If you feel threatened, consider contacting the police or a local legal aid organization.
- Document instances of harassment for potential legal action.
Okay and he has been damaging my personal stuff out side
Hello ****, in Washington State:
- If a landlord intentionally damages a tenant's property, it can be considered a violation.
- Document the damage and consider reporting it to the police.
- Reach out to a local tenant's rights organization or legal aid for further assistance.
Okay what is the number to call for my location please
Hello ****,
For tenant rights issues in Tacoma, Washington, you can contact the Northwest Justice Project. Their phone number is (*) *-*. They provide free legal assistance to eligible low-income residents and seniors.
Okay can you text me that number if I give you my number
I'm sorry, ****, but as an AI, I don't have the ability to send text messages or make phone calls. I recommend writing down the number: (*) *-*, for the Northwest Justice Project, who can provide further assistance.
Is it okay for my landlord come to my property that I'm renting and threaten me that if I don't get rid of the stuff in my back yard he is going to do it his self and charge me * dolloers can he do this
In Washington State:
- Landlords must give proper notice before entering a tenant's property.
- Threatening behavior from a landlord can be considered harassment.
- Charges for property cleanup should be reasonable and outlined in your lease.
- If you feel your rights are being violated, consider seeking legal assistance.
He is making me feel unpleasant every time he comes around
I'm sorry to hear that, ****. In Washington State, it's important to know:
- Landlords cannot harass or intimidate tenants.
- If you feel threatened, report the behavior to the police and a local legal aid organization.
- Always document instances of harassment for possible future legal action.
Okay and there is a a lady that rents the other house that my landlord has and she is constantly calling the landlord about me for no reason and she is the one making my life a living hell I have two friends that come over yes they live in there van and what not they are my only friends that come over and help me with anything I need help with and the landlord is trying to say that they cannot come over here because of them living in there van and he is threatening them to to have there van towed and he is saying that they live here when they don't
In Washington State:
- Your landlord cannot dictate who can visit you unless it violates lease terms.
- If your visitors are not living on the property, they have a right to visit.
- Threats of towing could be seen as harassment.
- Consider legal advice if this persists.