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If the landlord won't handle pest control, can we deduct from our rent?
The lease for our New York City apartment refers to the landlord's responsibility for pest control; it does not state frequency, just that he is responsible. We have had some little -- and a couple not so little -- critters in the apartment and, despite calls to the building management company, have not seen an exterminator for our apartment. Is it legal for us to hire an exterminator on our own and subtract the cost from our rent?
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Is my landlord required to fix a major leak and exposed wires?
I am living in an apartment complex and there are several problems with my unit. One of them has been going on since last summer -- a huge hole above my shower and a pipe that leaks when my upstairs neighbors take long showers. It is mildewed and looks and smells awful. There are also two outlets in my sons' bedroom with exposed wires. Do I have any legal recourse against the apartment complex?
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