Unfortunately, there are many people who deal with mental health issues on a daily basis that complicate their lives, such as hoarding. However, that does not justify causing property damage, especially if it is rented. In this case, hoarder tenants in Florida could face eviction if they fail to thoroughly clean the property they are living in. The house is in very poor condition, which poses a significant risk to both the tenants and the people living around them.
Redditor Vikings284 shared photos on r/Landlord of a house in deplorable condition and filled with random objects that look like trash. According to OP, the property belongs to their parents, who sometimes help manage it since they are two very elderly adults. However, the last time OP went to check on their parents’ house, they saw that a lot of trash had accumulated outside. In addition, the photos also show a room filled with more objects and trash bags. OP commented that they are very concerned about possible fire hazards, pests, and accidents. So OP asked what they should do with Florida laws, whether they should ask the hoarder tenants to clean the property, or, as some Redditors mentioned, the eviction.
OP is also concerned about whether they should let their parents fix it, even though it would be very difficult for them due to their age. However, OP clarified that their intention was not to cause a big problem.
‘Serve a 7-day notice to cure. They need to clean this up within 7 days, or you can move forward with eviction. Also, give them a 24-hour notice for an interior inspection. If the outside patio is this bad, I guarantee the inside is trashed, too. “Without things turning into a huge conflict.” With people willing to live like this, conflict is inevitable. Get it over with‘ said SoloSeasoned.
Reddit users also advised the thread author to request a thorough inspection by the fire department. This would check for fire hazards and assess the structural integrity of the home. Others suggested that the thread author call the code enforcement/building safety office and file a complaint to force the tenants to clean up and pay for the repair of all damage, even if it was only cosmetic. Not to mention everything that will affect the property’s equity. This is especially true since hoarding can cause almost irreparable and very costly damage to a property.
