Nevada Tenant Rights Explained

Summary

The user is a tenant in Nevada facing habitability issues in the rented property, including removable windows and exposed spike strips. The landlord has been notified but has not addressed the issues. The user is considering terminating the lease and has been advised on the legal steps to take, including sending a written notice of termination, keeping a record of all communications, and consulting a local attorney for further guidance.

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The home i am living in has issues that have not been fixed for 5 months. The issues have been known about since the first month i was renting the property and i have been put off or told it was not important.
What state are you located in, ****? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information regarding tenant rights and landlord responsibilities.
Nevada
What specific issues are you facing with the property, ****? In Nevada, landlords are legally required to maintain habitable housing.
The windows in the master bedroom are removable completely from the wall, and dont stay open posing a health and safety issue. There are also exposed spike strips from the carpeting in the home.
Master bedroom windows are removable amd wont stay open safely and there are exposed spike strips in the home
Have you notified your landlord about these issues in writing? In Nevada, landlords are required to make necessary repairs within 14 days of written notice.
Yes
What was the landlord's response after you notified them about these issues in writing?
He said it was too hot outside to open windows anyway
What date did you notify your landlord in writing about these issues?

In Nevada, landlords must:
- Provide habitable housing
- Make necessary repairs within 14 days of written notice.
I told him the windows were unsafe and submitted pictures as well as video of the window issue
When did you submit the pictures and video of the window issue to your landlord?

In Nevada, landlords must:
- Provide habitable housing
- Make necessary repairs within 14 days of written notice.
Four months ago
Did you keep a copy of the written notice you sent to your landlord? In Nevada, if a landlord fails to make necessary repairs within 14 days, tenants may be able to withhold rent or terminate the lease.
It was an email
Did you keep a copy of the email you sent to your landlord? In Nevada, keeping a record of all communications with your landlord is crucial for legal purposes.
Yes
What actions have you taken since your landlord failed to address the issues after your written notice?

In Nevada, tenants can:
- Withhold rent
- Repair and deduct from rent
- Sue landlord for damages
- Terminate lease
Just a follow up
What was the content of your follow-up communication with your landlord?
Restating the problem and asking for a solution
What was your landlord's response to your follow-up communication?
It was too hot to open the windows and it was not important
What actions are you considering to take now since your landlord has not addressed the issues?
Termination of the lease
What date are you planning to terminate the lease? In Nevada, you may need to give a *-day notice before terminating the lease due to uninhabitable conditions.
In 30 days
Before terminating the lease, have you sent a written notice to your landlord stating your intention and the reasons for it? In Nevada, it's important to:

- Give a *-day notice before terminating the lease due to uninhabitable conditions.
- Keep a record of all communications for legal purposes.
No
Before terminating the lease, it's crucial to send a written notice to your landlord stating your intention and the reasons for it. Have you considered doing this?
Yes. Can it be an email
Yes, it can be an email. Make sure to keep a copy of it for your records. In Nevada, written communication can include emails.
What actions do i need to take after sending the email
After sending the email, ensure you keep a copy. If no response or action is taken, you may proceed with lease termination. Consult a local attorney for further guidance.
How do i terminate the lease after semding the email
To terminate the lease after sending the email, you should send a formal lease termination letter. This should include the date, your name, address, and the reason for termination. Keep a copy for your records.
Where can i find a formal lease termination letter
You can find templates for a formal lease termination letter online. Make sure it includes your name, address, date, and reason for termination. Keep a copy for your records.