Summary
Landlords in Oklahoma are required to maintain rental properties in a habitable condition under the Oklahoma Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (ORLTA). Tenants should document issues, send written notices to management, and contact local authorities if necessary. If unresolved, tenants can file complaints with the Oklahoma Housing and Community Development Department or seek legal advice from a local attorney specializing in landlord-tenant law. Relevant ORLTA sections include §41-118 and §41-121, which outline the landlords duty to maintain premises and tenant remedies for noncompliance. Research these codes on the Oklahoma State Courts Network for more details.Full Conversation
I am interested in knowing what can be done in Ardmore Oklahoma when dealing with The Meadow Brook Trailer park not maintaining its property and alowing the trees to grow and fall on houses and are touching the roofs of multiple trailers and management says its nottheir problem
Hi ****,
In Oklahoma, landlords have a duty to maintain rental properties. Here are some steps you can take:
- **Document the Issue**: Take photos and keep records of the problem and communications with management.
- **Send a Written Notice**: Inform management about the issue formally and request action.
- **Contact Local Authorities**: Reach out to the Ardmore city code enforcement or health department.
Would you like contact details for the Ardmore code enforcement office?
yes, its been reported to the management by multiple people over the last year and still nothing
~Ardmore Code Enforcement Office
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * S. Washington St., Ardmore, OK *
Website: www.ardmorecity.org
Have you documented all the instances and responses from the management? This might strengthen your case if you need to escalate further.
yes
Great, ****. Since you've documented everything and reported the issue to management without any resolution, you may consider taking further steps:
- **File a Complaint**: You can file a formal complaint with the Oklahoma Housing and Community Development Department.
- **Seek Legal Advice**: Consulting with a local attorney specializing in landlord-tenant law might also be beneficial.
Would you like information on filing a complaint or finding a local attorney?
yes, also what codes or rules are being violated? and how do and where do i researchthese codes or rules
~Oklahoma Housing and Community Development Department
Website: www.oklahoma.gov/ohcd
~Local Attorney Specializing in Landlord-Tenant Law
Oklahoma Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.okbar.org
In Oklahoma, landlords must maintain rental properties in a habitable condition as per the Oklahoma Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (ORLTA). Key sections include:
- **§*-***: Landlord’s duty to maintain premises.
- **§*-***: Tenant’s remedies for noncompliance by the landlord.
You can research these codes on the [Oklahoma State Courts Network](http://www.oscn.net/applications/oscn/Index.asp?ftdb=STOKST41&level=*).
Would you like more details on the specific sections or have any other questions?
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