If we have a neighbor who pounds on our walls, can we break our lease without penalty?
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If we have a neighbor who pounds on our walls, can we break our lease without penalty?
We cannot take it anymore.
Asked on September 1, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Michigan
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You need to first inform the landlord in writing and ask that it be remedied because you are entitled to quiet peace and enjoyment of your apartment and the landlord by allowing the tenant to pound on the walls is breaking your lease agreement.
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