Apni Law Staff asked 7 months ago
Living in a rented flat in Hyderabad for the past eight months, we’re facing a frustrating situation with the apartment’s secretary. She’s insisting that all 12 tenants, including us, keep our shoes inside our homes, refusing to allow them in the corridor or outside our doors. This has forced us to store our footwear inside, which unfortunately has led to a concerning health issue. My six-year-old son is battling severe respiratory and eye infections due to the mold and fungus growing in our home because of the trapped moisture from the shoes. Despite explaining this to the secretary, she remains inflexible and is now threatening eviction. We’re at a loss for what to do next.
Best Answer
Apni Law Staff answered 7 months ago
Under Indian law, a landlord cannot impose unreasonable restrictions on tenants. While maintaining cleanliness is important, preventing tenants from placing shoes outside their doors is likely unreasonable, especially when it creates health concerns. You have the right to challenge this restriction and seek redress, potentially through legal means or by contacting the local authorities.
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