Landlord Neglects Maintenance Duties

Summary

The user is dealing with a landlord who is neglecting maintenance duties and refusing to provide a receipt for a repayment plan. The user was advised to document these issues and communicate with the landlord. In Washington, landlords are required to maintain habitable conditions and tenants can withhold rent or repair and deduct under certain conditions. The user was also advised to send a certified letter detailing the issues as a form of documentation and to consult with a local attorney or tenant rights organization.

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I have no documentation on this, only witnesses that know whats going on
Have you considered sending a certified letter detailing the issues? This can serve as documentation. In Washington, landlords must provide necessary repairs within a reasonable time.
I have considered
That's a good step. In Washington, a written notice can serve as a legal document. It's important to keep a copy for your records.
What should the written notice consist of
The written notice should include:

- Your name and address
- Date
- Detailed description of the issue
- Request for repairs
- Signature

Remember to keep a copy for your records.
Okay
Have you consulted with a local attorney or tenant rights organization?

Explanation: In Washington, there are organizations like the Tenants Union of Washington State that can provide assistance. Their contact is (*) *-*.