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Mold Is Growing Into Major Problem For Apartment Owners - habitability lawsuits rise
Mold and habitability lawsuits against multifamily landlords are surging nationwide. LA County mold violations more than doubled from 2021 to 2025, reaching 116 last year. NYC 311 tracked over 31,000 mold complaints in 2025 and is on pace to match that in 2026. Habitability insurance premiums have risen 300 percent or more, pushing some carriers out of states like California.
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Source publication date: 2026-09-20
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Mold and habitability lawsuits against multifamily landlords are surging nationwide. LA County mold violations more than doubled from 2021 to 2025, reaching 116 last year. NYC 311 tracked over 31,000 mold complaints in 2025 and is on pace to match that in 2026. Habitability insurance premiums have risen 300 percent or more, pushing some carriers out of states like California.
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