Hello,
My name is Markham, and I live in Farmington MI. I'm writing to you regarding a problem I'm having with my landlord.
I live in an apartment. Several weeks ago, I got a notice from my landlord, to vacate my basement storage unit so their contractor could repair the basement wall damaged by leaking problems. They say the leaking was caused by nature--meaning rain, snow, etc.
I have tons of personal belongings stored in my storage unit, and I find it impossible to put all of them in my apartment, which is on second floor. So I contacted the apartment management several times, in person, explained to them my difficulties, and asked if they could provide a temporay space.
Unfortunately, they told me it's not their responsibility, and they would do nothing to help.
Left with no choice, I sent them a notice saying I couldn't vacate my storage unit without them providing me a storage space.
The very next day, they slipped a letter through under my door, telling me that vacating the storage unit is not an option, and they would vacate it for me if I don't do it myself, and they will bill me for the expense, and they would not be held responsible for any of the damage.
I'm wondering if they have the right to do that, and what's my options.
Thanks,
markham

