First, I want to encourage all Candlestick Lane residents who are having extreme rodent issues, to call the Salt Lake County Health Department. I lived at Candlestick Lane for a short time, but the rodent issue was never properly addressed. There was a huge hole underneath the sink, and rodents were living in my stove. I called the health department, took advantage of a free legal consultation, and filed a report with the Rental Protection Agency. Now I live in a well maintained, rodent free complex, in a much better neighborhood. In addition to all those positive aspects, I am paying less for rent/utilities.
The problem is that residents are not contacting the proper authorities. Call the news, health department, legal services, etc. Another good idea....read your lease carefully. Read over the health code. This complex is in violation of the state health code. And do not let them tell you that paying $2,000.00 is the only way you can break your lease. You deserve a better quality of life, and renters have rights.
Melanie Watson
January 18, 2016
