Swimming pool closed for 3 months in an apartment building. Can I pay less rent?

Question

I live in an apartment and my swimming pool has been closed all summer for repairs. Along with it the gym has been closed too because its located on the premises of the pool. It was supposed to re-open today but the inspectors said it is not ready. It is really frustrating to pay rent and not have a pool or gym, mainly pool in this summer heat. Does anyone know if I have any options as far as paying less rent? thanks

Answer 1

Not unless your lease provides for it.

Answer 2

I am not sure of the legal rights, but you may be able to speak with the leasing agents, or the compnay that is in charge of the rentals.  Usually there is a company that has them.  I know you can try to negociate, since it is part of the ammenities that the apartment has.

I know years ago when I was renting an apartment, my ac went out.  I complained to them about it.  They told me to run the ac for 24 hours and then get back with them.  I did, and nothing.  After weeks they determined that my compressor went out.  I had a very high electricity bill, and still had my rent payment.  They gave me 100 off my rent for that month.  It wasn't nearly what my electricity bill was that month.  I got something, but still not what it was worth.  

I would just ask, because yea, that is stupid to have a work out room, and no access, or to have a pool, but no access, but if you compare the price of your apt, vs. those that do not, you should be able to save up to that difference in rent while it is out.  

Answer 3

complain to the land lord

get ur money backk

Answer 4

Sure, you can pay less rent. Of course, the landlord can take you to court over it. You could argue that the very heart of your lease agreement was because you had wanted a pool since you were 4. Of course, your landlord can say that the lease doesn't promise it, and the law doesn't require a pool or a gym.

In some states, there is case law on this. Most of the time, it is in favor of the landlord. Now, if the landlord advertised POOL POOL POOL all over the place, and knew that he had scheduled repairs that would take it out of commission for an entire lease term, sure...there might be justification for you to break your lease. But as far as just paying less rent, that is something you will have to work out with the landlord first.