Crime Prevention
Tenants have the right to live in a safe apartment. Landlords must provide basic security to keep tenants safe.
A landlord’s duties may include:
- Making sure front doors are secure and locks work
- Lighting entrances, stairways, and yards at night in buildings with more than 1 apartment
- Installing safety devices such as self-locking doors or intercoms.
What if my landlord did not keep the entrance safe?
If the landlord did not keep the entrance safe and someone enters the building and commits a crime against you, you may be able to sue the landlord for “damages.” That means the landlord must pay you money for your losses.
Please read the Tenants’ Rights Guide for more information about a landlord’s duties.