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Please help with landlord Won't Fix construction defect in new home: Options?

Started by beyond_a_doubt_24 · Apr 4, 2025 · 1,818 views · 6 replies
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beyond_a_doubt_24 OP

Has anyone dealt with something like this? I'm not sure what my options are.

construction defect in new home. I've been dealing with this for about 13 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

I have been in this property for 4 years. My monthly rent is $2,185. I have a written lease.

What are my legal options here? Is it worth pursuing?

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jenny_2024_15

I see this constantly on this sub.

What worked for me was having everything documented. It took 3-6 months but was worth it.

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quietobserver_23

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

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erin_c_law_19

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

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rachel_k2_28

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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Patrick_L_24

Following this thread — Following this thread -- same thing is happening to me right now.

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opening_statement_29

Have you tried reaching out to your state's consumer protection office? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.