MOLD REMEDIATION IN FLORIDA LANDLORD TENANT LEASES

Having a Mold “escape clause” in your lease is the ultimate parachute or protection for any landlord in Florida.  This clause, which is present in many leases, allows landlords to escape liability for any mold that grows in the property after the tenant takes possession.  Having this could mean the Landlord in a Florida landlord tenant lease could escape being responsible for thousands of dollars in property damages.

However, for the tenant, this mold clause is not very favorable.  If you suspect you have mold in your property and have contacted the landlord in an effort to remediate the mold and your request has fallen on deaf ears, there is recourse.  As a tenant, you have options.

Florida landlord tenant law is governed by Florida Statutes Chapter 83.  Chapter 83 makes the landlord responsible for providing habitable conditions in a property rented. This means air, water and conditions that do not cause health concerns.  This means mold!

Many residential landlord tenant leases also require notice to the landlord and opportunity to correct the issue, which could mean calling a mold remediation company to assess the existence of mold, type of mold and remove it.  Mold also causes severe property damages when spores attach to sofas, and clothing, aggravating the situation and out of pocket damages even more.

If you suspect you have mold in your real estate property, call an attorney right away.  Often if handled from the beginning, there are no delays and the issue can be resolved immediately.  We can review your lease at no cost to you and advise what is the best course of action.

At the Law Offices of Jacqueline A. Salcines, PA we have been representing landlords and tenants for over 17 years.  We are knowledgeable in all aspects of landlord tenant law and ready to assist you with your needs. Call today at (305) 669-5280 to schedule your legal consultation.