Landlord and Tenant Rights and Responsibilities

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Question: I didn't pay rent this month due to the landlord not fixing anything within the last six months. I decided to move since they are not fixing anything. Can the landlord lock my possesions in the house or do they have to give me a notice first?

Answer:

Additional facts are really needed to give you a proper assessment.  However, it is recommended that you carefully read the following:

Landlord and Tenant Rights and Responsibilities Article (available at azlawhelp.org). 

Particularly read the following sections: "Repairs Costing Less Than ½ Month’s Rent or $300" and "Breach of Lease for Failure to Repair."

 

Also, read: ARS §33-1370. Abandonment; notice; remedies; personal property; definition.  See whether the definition of "abandonment" applies to your situation.  If it does, the statute sets forth the rights and obligations of the landlord with respect to a tenant's personal property.

 

 

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  • I didn't pay rent this month due to the landlord not fixing anything within the last six months. I decided to move since they are not fixing anything. Can the landlord lock my possesions in the house or do they have to give me a notice first?

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