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What are the rights of a Florida tenant?

On Behalf of | May 14, 2021 | Landlord-Tenant Disputes |

Renters may not own the home in which they live, but they are still entitled to certain rights. A Florida tenant would be wise to know his or her rights and what to do in the event a landlord violates these rights. In some cases, it is necessary to take legal action to resolve a landlord-tenant dispute and pursue a beneficial outcome to the situation.

What can a landlord do?

The landlord may own the property, but that does not mean that individual has the right to do whatever he or she wants while the tenant is residing there. Basic landlord-tenant laws include:

  • Landlord cannot discriminate against potential tenants on the basis of race, gender, religion and other factors.
  • Tenants have the right to an expectation of privacy, which means there are only certain ways and times when the landlord can enter the habitation.
  • Tenants have the right to a habitable home, which means landlords have to address certain things that could be safety concerns and health hazards.

Tenants have the right to pursue legal recourse if they are experiencing a violation of their rights by their landlords.

The right way to fight back

Fighting back against the unfair actions of a landlord is something a Florida tenant does not have to do alone. It may be beneficial to work with an experienced attorney as soon as there is a problem. With help, it may be possible to hold a landlord accountable for anything he or she does that is in violation of tenant rights.

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