What does a landlord have to do about a leaking ceiling?

In general, states that have enacted habitability laws require your landlord to keep your apartment in a condition that is structurally sound, in good working order and free of major defects or damages, such as a leaky ceiling.

Who is responsible for damage to your apartment ceiling?

If you thought the landlord is responsible for the ceiling, and you’re responsible for the damaged bath mat… you thought wrong. The bathtub bandit is responsible for the damage they caused, and their renters insurance policy will help cover the cost of the ceiling and bath mat.

Can a landlord be held responsible for water damage to an apartment?

The landlord is not required to pay for repairs of furniture or personal belongings. The only exception to this rule is if you can prove that the water damage was caused by landlord’s negligence. If your landlord does not make repairs to the apartment building in a timely manner, leaving it unfit to live in, you have a right to cancel the lease.

What happens if my Landlord’s bathroom ceiling collapses?

So, obviously, the landlord has to repair every major piece that is part of the rented property, as described above. The property must be returned into a good condition and all normal functions should be restored, in case the collapse has cut off some features. E.g. a collapse in the bathroom will render it unusable.