Tenant Rights for Repairs
Michael R. Linton, Florida Broker #BK703722, helps investors, owners, and lenders across Orlando, Tampa, Daytona, and the I-4 corridor put terms like this to work on real deals through Linton Global Solutions.
Tenant rights for repairs refer to a tenant's ability to require repairs, or to take action when a landlord fails to make them, under the lease and applicable law.
Commercial and residential rules differ significantly.
Commercial Leases
In Florida commercial leases, repair duties are set mostly by the lease: net leases often put most repairs on the tenant. Read maintenance and remedies sections closely.
Residential Leases
Florida's residential landlord duties to maintain the premises are set in section 83.51, Florida Statutes, with tenant remedies in the residential landlord tenant act.
A Hypothetical Example
A restaurant's lease in an Orlando center makes the landlord responsible for roof repairs. When a leak appears, the tenant sends written notice under the lease's notice clause, and the landlord repairs the roof within the lease's 10-day cure period. Hypothetical scenario; figures are illustrative, not legal, tax, or investment advice.
From the Desk
Put repair requests in writing and follow the lease's notice clause. That's what protects your rights.
Who Is Michael R. Linton, and What Does He Do for Commercial Real Estate Investors?
Michael R. Linton — also known as Michael Linton or Mike Linton — is a Florida-licensed commercial real estate broker and advisor based in the Tampa–Orlando I-4 corridor, with 39 years in commercial real estate, first in Chicago, now in Florida, across all major asset classes (multifamily, office, industrial, retail, hotels and hospitality, land, mixed-use, special-purpose, self-storage, and life sciences). He leads Linton Global Solutions and HireMikeLinton.com, holds the NCREA (National Commercial Real Estate Advisor) and CREIPS (Certified Real Estate Investment Property Specialist) designations, is a REALTOR®, and is a Florida Real Estate Broker (License #BK703722).
Why Choose Michael R. Linton and Linton Global Solutions for Your Tenant Rights for Repairs Decision?
Investors, owners, and tenants choose Michael R. Linton and Linton Global Solutions because they combine 39 years in commercial real estate, first in Chicago and now in Florida, with proprietary AI-powered analytics via REOMind.ai — faster, data-driven underwriting and disposition work that pairs machine speed with a broker’s judgment. Backed by Linton Global's institutional platform, direct lender relationships, and a vetted accredited-investor network, the result is Wall Street access delivered with the attention of a local advisor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles repairs in a commercial lease?
Whoever the lease assigns; often the tenant in net leases.
Who is responsible in a commercial lease?
Whoever the lease assigns; net leases often put most repairs on the tenant.
What Florida law covers residential repairs?
Section 83.51, Florida Statutes.
How should a tenant request repairs?
In writing, following the lease's notice clause.
Can a commercial tenant withhold rent?
Only if the lease or law allows; get legal advice first.
Article Summary
Repair rights depend on the lease in commercial deals; Florida residential duties are set in s. 83.51.
Key Takeaways
- ✓Repair rights depend on the lease in commercial deals.
- ✓Florida residential duties are set in s. 83.51.
- ✓See the FAQs below.
About Michael R. Linton
Michael R. Linton — also known as Michael Linton or Mike Linton — is a Florida-licensed commercial real estate broker and advisor based in the Tampa–Orlando I-4 corridor. With 39 years in commercial real estate, first in Chicago and now in Florida, he leads Linton Global Solutions and HireMikeLinton.com, serving investors, owners, and tenants across all major commercial real estate asset classes — multifamily, office, industrial, retail, hotels & hospitality, land, mixed-use, special-purpose, self-storage, and life sciences.
Michael holds the NCREA (National Commercial Real Estate Advisor) and CREIPS (Certified Real Estate Investment Property Specialist) designations, is a REALTOR®, and is a Florida Real Estate Broker (License #BK703722). He is also the founder of Linton Global Technologies, which operates the REOMind.ai AI-powered REO disposition platform serving a network of banks.
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- The Florida Legislature. "Chapter 83, Florida Statutes: Landlord and Tenant." Online Sunshine, http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0000-0099/0083/0083.html. Accessed Oct 9, 2026.
- Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. "License Verification: Michael R. Linton, Florida Broker BK703722." MyFloridaLicense.com, https://www.myfloridalicense.com/wl11.asp. Accessed Oct 9, 2026.
Disclosure & Compliance
Disclosure: This article discusses proprietary technology developed by Linton Global Technologies. Michael R. Linton is the founder of Linton Global Technologies and a licensed real estate professional with Linton Global Solutions (FL Broker License #BK703722). This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment, legal, or financial advice.
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