As a tenant renting an apartment or housing unit in Pomona, you have basic rights under California’s Warranty of Habitability laws.
This means your landlord is legally obligated to provide you with a livable home that meets minimum standards for safety and habitability.
When defects like lack of utilities, insect/rodent infestations, water leaks, mold growth, structural damage and other hazards are allowed to persist, the unit becomes legally uninhabitable – forcing you to endure unacceptable living conditions.
There are numerous housing code violations that can render an apartment uninhabitable under the laws, such as:
Examples could include having no running water or heat for days, large areas contaminated by toxic black mold, a severe cockroach infestation throughout the unit, a collapsing ceiling or floor, broken windows, and plumbing backups of raw sewage.
These uninhabitable conditions can threaten the health and safety of tenants.
When landlords are properly notified yet fail to fix serious habitability issues within a reasonable time period (typically 30 days), Pomona tenants then have legal options including:
An uninhabitable apartment lawyer like Arie Shamuilian can evaluate your case, document all code violations, advise you of your rights under the laws, and pursue legal remedies against the negligent landlord.
This could involve sending demand notices, negotiating settlements, filing lawsuits, and representing you in court if needed.
Don’t continue subjecting yourself and your family to substandard, unlivable housing conditions.
If you’re a Pomona tenant trapped in an uninhabitable rental, call 951-944-2292 for a free, confidential case review.