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

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Hypothetical question

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?

Illustrative response

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

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

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