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  • 04-13-2010, 05:58 PM
    djb5237
    Is a Windowless Bedroom Legal
    My question involves landlord-tenant law in the State of: Pennsylvania

    I live in a bedroom on the bottom floor of a house in college. The room has windows but they are sealed shut. I'm guessing for security purposes. But it becomes unbearably hot in the summer months and I was wondering if there was any law that I could use to convince my landlord to install a window that opens. I need A/C but if i present the case that being in a room without any exit other than the bedroom door, maybe I could say that it is a fire hazard. Any advice would be greatly appreciated but please, do not tell me to move out or try and renegotiate the lease. It is what it is and I'm here with or without A/C for another year. Also, please don't give me advice on other ways to cool a room. I am well aware that a fan would provide minimal comfort, but I am looking for a better solution...SO, any LEGAL help would be greatly appreciated.
  • 04-14-2010, 08:36 AM
    PandorasBox
    Re: A Windowless Bedroom
    If the building is up to code, you won't be able to claim it's not safe in the event of a fire. Plus, There is a window that you could BREAK OPEN in the event of a fire. So I don't see that reasoning working.

    You could mention to your landlord that the window is sealed shut....is there any way to get one that opens and closes? If no...then... Check Home Depot for portable air conditioning units.
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