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Mold growing along a window frame in a rental

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Renter Mold Rights by State

Who has to fix mold in a rental depends on your state. Pick yours to see how it typically works, and who to call if your landlord will not act.

Most states expect landlords to keep a rental livable, which usually puts building-caused mold on their side of the line. The details vary, so this lookup gives you a plain-language read on your state, then points you to the letter that gets things moving.

General guidance, not legal advice

Rules differ by state and situation, and they change. For a dispute or a health concern, contact your local housing or health department, or a tenant-rights organization or legal aid office in your area.

Wherever you rent, the pattern is the same: put the problem in writing, keep dated records, and escalate to your local housing or health authority if the landlord will not act.