Must Rent Control Apartments Replace Carpets? Tenant Rights and Landlord Duties Explained
Landlords do not have to replace carpets in rent-controlled apartments. They must replace carpets only if they are a health hazard or stated in the lease agreement. Typically, carpets last 5–7 years based on usage. State laws do not require replacement unless it affects the tenant’s right to a habitable rental unit. Tenants have rights … Read more