Summary
The user is facing potential eviction due to unresolved apartment issues such as leaking plumbing, black mold, rotting floors, and critters. The user has documented these issues and notified the landlord, but the issues remain unresolved. In Iowa, tenants have the right to withhold rent, report to health/safety officials, or sue for discomfort, annoyance, and emotional distress. The user was advised to seek legal representation to navigate this issue.Full Conversation
Landlord issues and possible eviction
What specific issues are you having with your landlord that may lead to eviction?
They refuse to fix issues with apartment so I refuse to pay rent .... leaking plumbing black mold rotting floors critters in attic eating holes iny cieling around light socket bugs
Have you notified your landlord about these issues in writing? In Iowa, tenants have the right to withhold rent if the landlord fails to maintain the property.
Yes and text message maintenance showed up and did nothing but treat me like shit yell at me and refused to look at any of the issues there is electrical problems as well
Have you documented these issues with photos or videos?
In Iowa, tenants can:
- Withhold rent for repair and deduct
- Report to health/safety officials
- Sue for discomfort, annoyance and emotional distress.
Polk County Court: * Mulberry St, Des Moines, IA *, (*) *-*.
Yes everything is documented
That's good. Have you considered reporting these issues to local health or building inspectors? In Iowa, they can inspect and order the landlord to make repairs.
Ive tried and everyone I talk to just tells me I have to call this person or that person and I never get anywhere
Have you considered seeking legal representation to help you navigate this issue? In Iowa, legal aid organizations can provide free or low-cost assistance.
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