Mold in Your Apartment — Hold Your Landlord Accountable
Create a professional letter to your landlord demanding mold removal. The AI drafts your defect notice and deadline under German Civil Code (BGB).
Important Tips
- Mold is a defect of the rental property — the landlord is obligated to remove it (Section 535(1) sentence 2 BGB), unless the tenant caused it
- Document the mold with photos and dates — this secures your evidence for a potential rent reduction
- Report the defect in writing without delay (Section 536c BGB) — failure to report may forfeit reduction rights and create liability for consequential damage
- Set the landlord a reasonable deadline for removal (typically 14 days) — after expiry you may arrange removal yourself (Section 536a(2) BGB)
Notice Period
Report the mold without delay after discovery (Section 536c BGB). Set the landlord a reasonable deadline of at least 14 days for removal. Rent reduction applies from the date you became aware of the defect (Section 536 BGB).
How It Works
Describe
Describe in plain language what you want to write.
AI Creates Your Letter
Our AI generates a professional letter in DIN 5008 format.
Sign & Receive
Sign digitally and receive the finished PDF by email.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is responsible for mold removal?
Generally the landlord (Section 535(1) sentence 2 BGB). They must maintain the property in contractual condition. An exception exists only if the tenant caused the mold through improper heating and ventilation. The burden of proof for the cause lies with the landlord.
Can I reduce rent due to mold?
Yes, rent reduction under Section 536 BGB is possible for mold. The amount depends on the extent of impairment — courts have recognized 5-100% depending on the case. A proper defect notice is required. The reduction applies from when you became aware of the defect, not from the date of the notice.
What if the landlord does not respond?
After an unsuccessful deadline, you may arrange removal yourself and claim costs from the landlord (Section 536a(2) BGB). For significant mold posing a health hazard, you also have a right to extraordinary termination (Section 569(1) BGB). In any case, consult a tenants' association or lawyer.
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