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by OldCW wears The COAT of the Cosmos on December 26th, 2009
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That depends on your state, but generally, you have a lot of options. Most states have strict laws about the return of security deposits and if you pursue this legally, they can and will bring the hammer down on your LL. But you'll need to do your research first. There are non profit organizations out there that help in these disputes. Find your local one and contact them.
by OhLook - IamNoLongerAnonymous on December 28th, 2009
More information is needed to answer your question. Every state has specific requirements that a LL must meet to keep your security deposit. However, the fact that the apartment was illegal is usually not grounds to get your deposit back.
When a LL has an illegal apartment, you have the right to break the lease. If you break the lease, the LL cannot sue you for breach of contract. However, if you live in the apartment, the LL does have the right to collect any rent owed while you were living in the apartment.
Similarly, if you damage the apartment, the LL has the right to compensated for the damages (which includes keeping the security deposit), even if the apartment is illegal.
by oursong24 on December 26th, 2009
yes you do .you should sue them and take them to court
We have someone staying with us. Not the best situation. Came here with hardly any warning. We are giving him 3 nights and 3 nights only.
by michelleelise444 on September 12th, 2011
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Why dont people move to Australia if you can basically swap a council house in England for a mansion down under?
by bengodwin on July 19th, 2011
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what can i do get back a washer/dryer that was "sold" to a neighbor, but never paid for? i dont have receipts
by Anonymous on July 9th, 2011
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Can somebody rent out a house about to go into foreclosure in Michigan? I went through a rental agency as well.
by snuggle41 on May 27th, 2011
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I just received a parking ticket for parking in the handicap spaces in our apartment complex that we had permission to use. What do I do?
by elizlogan on June 26th, 2011
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You're reading just moved out of what i am sure is an illegal apt. and LL is not going to return security dep. do i have any legal recourse?
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