broken windows in apt

[mjr203]

the windows in the apt we just moved into are in bad repair -- screens off tracks, windows coming apart, frames off-kilter, windows won't stay raised, top of window not locked into window frame etc.

What is the LL responsibility to maintain/repair windows in an apartment?

I am going to ask to have them replaced/fixed but I wanted to see if there is any encoded responsibility. It is a serious security/safety issue at present.

thanks

POINTER

[Cranky Tenant]

It's the LL's responsibility to maintain the windows. You can ask him to fix them but, if you ask for new ones, he might raise your rent for the improvement.