Property Management
A Massachusetts landlord refuses to make repairs that affect the habitability of the rental unit. The tenant's remedy under the 'repair and deduct' law allows the tenant to:
AMove out and sue the landlord
BMake repairs and deduct the cost from rent (up to 4 months' rent) if the landlord fails to repair within 14 days✓ Correct
CStop paying rent entirely
DReport the landlord to the police
Explanation
Under MGL Chapter 111, §127L, Massachusetts tenants can make necessary repairs and deduct the cost from rent (up to 4 months' rent in any 12-month period) if the landlord fails to make repairs within 14 days of written notice.
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