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Legal consultation request: tenant habitability, water damage, and rent dispute. Hello, I am seeking legal guidance regarding a rental situation involving prolonged water damage, mold exposure, unresolved repairs, and potential habitability violations at my former apartment. Tenant information: Name: [name redacted] Property: [business name redacted] Address: [address redacted] Property Management Company: [business name redacted] Property Manager: [name redacted] Monthly Rent: $1,450 Summary of events: Initial incident, late December 2025: Water damage began due to issues originating from the apartment above. The damage affected ceilings and interior areas of my unit. Ongoing issues, January to April 2026: The water damage was not fully resolved for approximately 4+ months. Repeated communication with property management occurred, but repairs were delayed or incomplete. I continued to live in the unit and paid full rent during this time. Continued damage and active leak: As of mid-April (around April 15, 2026), there was still an active leak from the ceiling. Water was dripping consistently, and I had to place containers to catch it. This indicated that the root issue had not been resolved. Mold discovery: During move-out preparation, I discovered additional mold growth in areas that were previously not visible. This suggests prolonged moisture exposure within the unit. I have photographic evidence documenting the mold. Electrical issues: Two ceiling lights stopped functioning following the initial flooding. These electrical issues were not resolved in a timely manner. Smoke detector safety issue (critical): Both smoke alarms in the unit were damaged and disabled due to the water intrusion. The apartment had no functioning smoke detectors for approximately 4+ months. This created a significant life safety concern during my occupancy. The issue remained unresolved during that time. Communication and management response: Property management acknowledged the need to coordinate repairs and promised follow-up timelines that were not met. Attempts to schedule meetings to discuss the condition and resolution were delayed or avoided. A relocation option was offered, but I declined due to concerns about the condition of the alternative unit. The property manager ultimately avoided direct in-person discussion regarding compensation. Move-out: I vacated the unit around May 1, 2026. I paid full rent throughout the duration of the issues (December through move-out). Key concerns: Prolonged unresolved water damage (4+ months), an active leak continuing near the end of the tenancy, mold presence and exposure, electrical issues left unrepaired, no functioning smoke detectors for 4+ months, full rent paid despite reduced habitability, and a lack of timely repair and follow-through from management. Evidence: I have photos of the water damage, mold, and active leaking, documentation of communication with property management, and a timeline of events and repair requests. Relief or outcome sought: I am seeking guidance on whether I may be entitled to rent reimbursement or rent abatement for the affected period, compensation for living in substandard and potentially unsafe conditions, and any additional damages related to health or safety risks. Questions for legal counsel: Does this situation constitute a breach of the implied warranty of habitability under South Carolina law? Does the lack of functioning smoke detectors for several months create additional liability? Am I entitled to rent reimbursement or damages given the prolonged unresolved conditions? Would this situation support a claim related to mold exposure or unsafe living conditions? What would be the recommended next step: a demand letter, small claims court, or formal legal action? Final note: I made consistent good-faith efforts to communicate with management, allow access for repairs, and cooperate throughout the process. Despite this, the issues remained unresolved throughout my tenancy.

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