Elevator Installation Lease Dispute

Summary

If your lease mentioned an elevator installation by a specific date and it wasnt completed, it might be a breach of contract. However, if the contract states they arent responsible, claiming a breach could be difficult. You can request reasonable accommodations due to pregnancy under the Fair Housing Act. Review the Florida Residential Landlord and Tenant Act for more on tenant rights. If conditions are unsafe, you might have grounds to break the lease. Consider consulting a local attorney for personalized advice.

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I live in florida in a third floor. when i moved 5 months ago they where installing the elevator and in the contract it said the elevator was going to be installed by december 1st. we are on 16th of april and they still didnt install it. Im pregnant and is starting to be hard for me to go down and up the stairs all the time. Specially with groseries. Also when the baby is born how am I going to do it with the stroller and everything? Can I legally get out of the lease? what are their obligations
That sounds really tough. Here are some general points regarding your situation in Florida:
- If the lease specified the elevator installation by a certain date and it wasn't done, it could be considered a breach of contract.
- You may have grounds to break the lease due to this breach, especially given your pregnancy and future needs.
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the contract says they are not reponsable for installing the elevator but I think they are right?
If the contract explicitly states they are not responsible for installing the elevator, it might be challenging to claim a breach of contract. However, considering your situation, you might explore other options such as:
- Requesting reasonable accommodations due to your pregnancy.
- Reviewing local tenant rights laws for further support.
Would you like more detailed information on tenant rights or assistance from a local lawyer?
I want more information on local tenant rights
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Here are some general points regarding tenant rights in Florida:
- Florida Residential Landlord and Tenant Act: This act governs rental properties and tenant rights in Florida.
- Reasonable Accommodation: You can request reasonable accommodations due to your pregnancy under the Fair Housing Act.
- Breaking the Lease: If conditions are unsafe or unlivable, you might have grounds to break the lease.
Would you like detailed information on specific tenant rights or any particular aspect?