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To say no to landlord

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lustybusty · 15/04/2013 21:01

Ok, my first AIBU, so please be mildly gentle...
Myself and a colleugue (27&22) are sharing a house. We had a 6 monthly inspection by LL (first inspection) a month ago, and they raised a couple of issues. Fair enough. One of them was that the grass in the back garden is looking "long and unkempt". The longest bit of grass is about 4 inches. However, I do agree it needs cutting, but we haven't had a dry spell long enough for us to get the mower out.
My friend should finish her PhD this week (eek!!) and is c

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YellowDinosaur · 16/04/2013 13:40

I'd just say to him that this weekend isn't convenient as you have friends visiting but that you will do it yourself the next evening or weekend that it is dry enough to do so.

To those of you being all sanctimonious about not getting pissed that's the op choice and what she wants to do and actually if the landlord visiting means she'd have to modify what she does on a night out then that really is affecting her quiet enjoyment isn't it?

whois · 16/04/2013 13:49

Aw it's hardly like its going to cause you much hassle. It will be an hour of noise at the most and saves you the job.

Bit of give and take in a letting agreement goes down well, if he is a good landlord then I would suck this minor annoyance up.

MidniteScribbler · 16/04/2013 13:55

Oh FFS, if you must go and get drunk and sleep in, then you can just roll over and go back to sleep if you must. Someone is offering to mow your lawn for you, so STFU and let him get on with you. Put a blanket over your head, sleep an hour later, ignore him doing the work. He's doing you a favour. An hour of noise (when you can roll over and go back to sleep for the rest of the afternoon) is not that much of a big deal when he is trying to do you a favour.

YoniMakesTheWorldGoAround · 16/04/2013 16:26

loveisagirlnameddaisy I don't know what exactly is in the contract, either do you unless you know more than the OP has written on this thread.

When letting a property with a garden there is usually a clause about keeping the garden in good order. And in this case the OP actually agrees that the grass needs cutting, but the weather hasn't allowed her to do so.

The only requirement is that it is given back in the same or reasonable condition at the end of the tenancy. - Erm again probably not. There are usually lots of additional conditions in a letting contract. Like, for example, maintaining smoke alarms, or not carrying out a business from the premises.

OP asked "How would people feel if I asked to rearrange for 1 week later? Still put out that I was being difficult?"

The LL may be planning their own hangover for the next weekend - which means they will be put out, or not, no one can tell. Again, if I were in your position I would be gracious, say thanks and bank some good will, you never know when you will need it.

eccentrica · 16/04/2013 17:08

Seriously, it's what, an hour out of your time? And all you have to do is be a bit distressed by the sound of a lawnmower outside, and maybe make small talk for 5 minutes. YABU, and I say this as a long-term renter who used to have some serious sessions before DD came along.

UnexpectedItemInShaggingArea · 20/04/2013 10:01

How's your head OP :)

I want to know if the LL is mowing your lawn please.

BottleRed76 · 20/04/2013 12:04

Late entry.

This is the kind of situation I would probably find myself in when I was renting but I have a different perspective now.

Why is he coming round to mow the lawn when you have a mower? You don't need to make excuses as to why it's inconvenient on Saturday morning. Its your home and your weekend. I would find his offer kind but unnecessary (and a bit intrusive). Bit late now but I would just say it's not convenient and as the weather is getting better you'll be able to do it yourself. Doesn't have to be a big issue.

How's the head? Shame on you wanting to enjoy yourself and recover in peace and quiet..... Smile

TheRealFellatio · 20/04/2013 12:09

To be honest, if it is in your contract to keep the garden tidy and you have let it go a bit then i'd just be grateful he is decent enough to come and do it for you - I think it's a bit cheeky to start telling him when he can and can't help you out!

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lustybusty · 20/04/2013 14:46

Hi all! Head wasn't too bad, but did call LL in the week. Blush had a chat and explained the situation, and said that whilst I truly did appreciate the offer (which I do!!) asked if it would be possible for them to come another day. LL was most enthusiastic, said it wasn't an issue at all, he could imagine how I'd feel and to enjoy the night out. He's coming Tuesday after work instead. I also explained that depending on the weather, I should be able to do it myself over the weekend (we had another massive downpour last night, but the next 24 hours look ok, so should be able to do it myself tomorrow) and he said if I did that was great, but he didn't mind coming, and wanted a look at the bathroom ceiling anyway. So, all good, everyone happy!!

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lustybusty · 20/04/2013 14:52

Oh, and just to reiterate... Had the grass at ANY point in the last 6 months been dry enough/not too frozen to cut, we would have done. It is NOT that we can't be bothered/don't know what to do/aren't maintaining the property, and again, the grass at most is 3-4 INCHES long. It looks a bit unkempt, but it's not a mouse haven....
The LL has offered to cut it as he has a petrol mower, which is better at tackling long/damp grass than the "cheapy electric one" (their words) that was left in the shed as part of the furnished property.

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SDTGisAnEvilWolefGenius · 20/04/2013 14:55

A happy ending - nice to hear! And I am glad you had a good night out too.

UnexpectedItemInShaggingArea · 20/04/2013 15:53

Great, no dramas, happy people all round.

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