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    Can I Refuse To Pay The Rent If The Landlord Has Been Notified In Writing Of A List Of Complaints Which Make The Dwelling Uninhabitable Under Current Law? Ie; No Smoke Detectors And Severe Roach Problem.

    We moved into our apt. Two months ago. The apt was filthy and infested with roaches, + no smoke detectors. We sent written notice of these problems to the landlord. We left messages stating our intention to move and not pay rent on an uninhabitable apt. We were answered with a three day notice followed by an eviction suit and set for trial. We have video evidence of the roaches and a fire dept. Inspection which found the property management company in violation of fire codes. Can we legally withhold rent due until our needs are addressed under California law?

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    Blue_Bee

    If letters requesting "major" (not minor) repairs which affect the ability for the tenant to safely inhabit a premises (major = compromises safety, i.e. Fixing a front door lock, smoke detectors, leaking roof, operable heater. Minor = air conditioning, dripping faucet, cracked tile) go unanswered, one may either move out & sue, or repair defective areas and deduct the cost from the rent due. But there are conditions that must be recognized. Heres a couple links to more info.

    realestate.findlaw.com

    media.www.theorion.com

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      Lonlyboy

      Yes you can but the best thing to do is file a case against him and get what you paid back the department of housing can help you also by getting the building inspected by an housing inspector or officer.also take the video to a lawyer or the he housing depart. And they will send an inspector there.

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