Unsafe conditions & repairs, by problem

Mold in Your Apartment: Your Rights and What to Do

Ongoing mold, especially from a leak or moisture problem the landlord hasn't fixed, is generally treated…

Bed Bugs in Your Rental: Who's Responsible and What to Do

Bed bugs are generally the landlord's responsibility to treat, especially in multi-unit buildings,…

No Heat in Your Apartment: Get Help and Know Your Rights

No heat in cold weather is treated as an emergency in most places, not a routine repair. If it's…

No Air Conditioning in Your Apartment: What Renters Should Know

Rules about cooling vary far more by location than rules about heat — some places now require it, most…

Roaches and Pests in Your Apartment: Your Rights and Next Steps

An ongoing infestation of roaches or other pests is generally treated as a habitability issue,…

Water Leak or Flooding in Your Apartment: What to Do

A leak or flooding is a habitability issue and can become a safety hazard fast, especially near…

Lead Paint in Your Rental: What Renters Need to Know

Peeling, chipping, or deteriorating paint in an older building can be a lead hazard, and it's taken…

No Hot Water in Your Apartment: Your Rights and What to Do

Going without hot water for more than a short outage is generally treated as a habitability issue,…

Broken or Unsafe Appliances: Your Rights as a Renter

Appliances that came with your unit are generally the landlord's responsibility to keep safe and…

Sewage Backup in Your Apartment: Get Help and Know Your Rights

Sewage backing up into your home is a health hazard, not a routine repair. Avoid contact with the water,…