When a Landlord Harasses You?

Get an Injunctive Order from the Court to Stop the Behavior: A tenant can go to court to get a legal order from the court for the landlord to stop the harassing behavior. 12 Sue the Landlord: A tenant could also sue the landlord for damages due to the harassment.

What are examples of landlord harassment?

Examples of landlord harassment
  • Entering your apartment or dwelling unit illegally. ...
  • Withholding amenities you're entitled to. ...
  • Failing to perform repairs or maintenance in a timely fashion. ...
  • Creating excess noise. ...
  • Imposing an illegal rent increase. ...
  • Sexual harassment. ...
  • Illegal eviction. ...
  • Refusing a rent payment.

What to do if your landlord is harassing you?

What to do if you feel harassed by your landlord:
  1. Keep a log of every encounter you have with your landlord. ...
  2. Write a letter to your landlord asking for the harassment to stop. ...
  3. Ask a witness to be there for landlord interactions.
Chloe Bennett

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