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I am currently renting a room in a 3 bedroom house along to other individuals. We each have seperate leases as well. Each of our leases states that the landlord is responsible for all utilities, including gas, water, and electricity. Unfortunately the lights were turned off at the residence and i was told from the landlord that neither of the two other roomates had paid her any rent...BUT I HAVE...my question is do I really have the legal system on my side in this or am i delusional in my thinking that her having the utilities turned off or not paying the bill is a violation of our lease agreement. If I am right what course of action should I be taking at this point...PLEASE HELP
Rashad Henderson, Atlanta , GA |
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The LL cannot turn off the utilities. That is not legal. He must keep the utilities on.
Do your leases say that each of you are jointly and severally liable for the rent? -If so, the LL can evict everyone from the house since he has not been paid. He also can come after you for the rent that the others have not paid. -If not, he can evict the other two. Can you find two other roomates to take over their lease payments? If you can't, the LL will find you two other roommates. You may want to find your own so you will at least know the people you are living with. |
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I agree with the above--Take her to small claims!!
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