The following question is based on the Residential House Lease found in the Contracts Module. Please reference the Lease by clause number as you answer the questions.
Essay (2 complete paragraphs with text references to support your answers)
Letty, the landlord, refuses to fix a small leak in the roof that was there prior to the current tenant. Omar, the current tenant, has just discovered the leak after heavy rain. The consequence is that black mold has been forming in the attic for quite some time. Juan still has significant time remaining on his lease. Omar has notified Letty in writing of the mold and leak issue but has received no response. He is concerned about the premises becoming unsafe to live in. It has been 14 days since he emailed her his notification. What are all of Omar’s options if Letty declines to do the repairs? Please discuss all remedies Omar may seek. Please remember to reference the contract and text to support your analysis.
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