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Repairs not completed by the landlord

Report the defect clearly, preserve access offers and responses, and use the correct official escalation route.

Short answer

California rental housing must meet habitability requirements, and local enforcement may also apply. Report conditions in writing and preserve photographs, dates, access offered and responses.

What to do next

  1. Describe the location, fault, impact and first observed date in writing.
  2. Keep photographs and a log of access offered, visits and promised work.
  3. Escalate urgent safety hazards promptly through the official local route.

Evidence to collect

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Scope and limits

This is a self-service information page for California renters. It does not review your documents, decide a dispute or replace qualified help for urgent, high-value or complex matters.

Official sources

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California Department of Justice

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Common questions

Common questions

What should I do when necessary rental repairs are not completed?

California rental housing must meet habitability requirements, and local enforcement may also apply. Report conditions in writing and preserve photographs, dates, access offered and responses.

Which records should I collect for “Repairs not completed by the landlord”?

Start with: Lease or tenancy agreement and amendments, Dated photographs or video with room labels, Emails, messages and letters with the landlord or agent, A dated timeline of notices, inspections and replies. Do not share names, addresses or account details publicly.

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