Summary
A mentally disabled tenant in Arkansas is being evicted after being harassed by a neighbor, which triggered a dissociative episode. The tenant sent multiple emails to the property management expressing his frustration. The friend of the tenant, who has legal permission to act on his behalf, is seeking advice on whether to contact the property manager or the property management company directly. The tenant and his friend have witnessed the harassment, but have no other evidence. The eviction notice cited a breach of the rental agreement, specifically not notifying the management when a guest stayed for a week. The friend is advised to contact the property management company directly and to seek free legal help from the Center for Arkansas Legal Services.Full Conversation
Yes
What is the nature of the harassment your friend has been experiencing?
He experienced sexual harassment. That tenant since moved out after lying to management as well
What evidence does your friend have of the harassment? In Arkansas, sexual harassment is illegal and can be reported to the Arkansas Fair Housing Commission.
Just his word and my word because i did witness it
What is the name of the property management company? In Arkansas, it's important to document all incidents and report to the Arkansas Fair Housing Commission.
Keystone crossing apartment homes
What is the exact location of Keystone Crossing Apartment Homes? In Arkansas, it's crucial to report harassment to the local authorities and the Arkansas Fair Housing Commission.
Springdale Arkansas
What is the timeline of these events? It's important to know when the harassment occurred and when the eviction notice was served. In Arkansas, tenants have certain rights against wrongful eviction.
Over the past few months
What was the response of the property management to the emails your friend sent? In Arkansas, tenants have the right to report harassment without fear of retaliation.
They gave him an eviction notice
What is the reason stated in the eviction notice? In Arkansas, landlords must provide a valid reason for eviction.
Nothing specific they just said breach of rental agreement
What specific terms of the rental agreement did they allege your friend breached? In Arkansas, landlords must specify the exact violation leading to eviction.
They tried to say that he didnt notify him when a friend stayed a week there
What is the exact clause in the lease agreement about guests staying over? In Arkansas, landlords typically have rules about long-term guests.
14 days before the office needs to be notified
Did your friend's guest stay for more than 14 days without notifying the office? In Arkansas, violating guest policies can be grounds for eviction.
No
What is the contact information of the property management company? In Arkansas, tenants can dispute an eviction if they believe it's retaliatory or discriminatory.
(*) *-*
* Post Oak Blvd Suite *
Houston, TX *
Given the situation, it might be beneficial to contact the property management company directly. Make sure to provide all the details and evidence you have.
- Arkansas Fair Housing Commission: *-*-*-*
- Keystone Crossing Apartment Homes: (*) *-*, * Post Oak Blvd Suite *, Houston, TX *
So contact them and not the manager at the apartments office?
Yes, contacting the property management company directly could be more effective. They may have more authority to address the issue.
Do you know of any lawyers nearby that take tenant/landlord cases pro bono for disabled people?
Yes, the Center for Arkansas Legal Services provides free legal help to low-income individuals. You can contact them at (*) *-* or visit their office at * W 6th St, Little Rock, AR *.
Thank you
You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Good luck with your friend's case.
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