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Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
Begin by entering the date at the top of the letter. This is important for record-keeping.
Fill in the landlord’s name and address in the designated fields to ensure proper delivery.
In the greeting, address your landlord directly using their name for a personal touch.
Provide your address as the tenant, ensuring clarity on which premises are being referenced.
Clearly describe the issues making the premises uninhabitable. Be specific about each problem.
Request immediate repairs and assert that these issues were not caused by you or anyone authorized by you.
Include your contact information so that your landlord can reach you easily regarding these issues.
Sign and date the letter at the bottom, then print or type your name for clarity.
Complete the proof of delivery section, selecting how you will deliver this notice to your landlord.

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Can you withhold rent for repairs in MS?

Residential Landlord Tenant Act At the outset, lets clear up one common misunderstanding: Mississippi law does NOT allow you to withhold your rent until the landlord makes a repair. Nor does Mississippi law allow you to repair and deduct except under certain very specific conditions which are discussed below.

How soon does a landlord have to make repairs?

California: In California, landlords are generally required to address repairs within 30 days for non-emergency issues. Emergency repairs, such as broken heating systems during cold weather, must be handled immediately (TurboTax Support).

What is a reasonable repair time?

This will depend upon the kind of repair. As a rule of thumb, 28 days is often considered reasonable for repairs that are not urgent, and for urgent repairs its often one to two days.

What is the security deposit law in Mississippi?

In Mississippi, landlords are allowed to collect a security deposit up to the amount of one months rent or $500, whichever is greater. This limit applies regardless of whether the rental unit is furnished or unfurnished.

How long does a landlord have to fix something in Mississippi?

If the landlord fails to make requested repairs, the tenant should first submit a written notice of the needed repairs, citing the landlords responsibilities under the lease agreement. If the landlord has not made the repairs within 30 days, the tenant can have the repairs made and seek reimbursement.