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| GHcool |
Posted - 05/12/2009 : 05:52:33
I've had this roommate for a year and a half now. We don't exactly get along, but we tolerate each other. He's been unemployed for about a year now and spends his entire day every day playing "World of Warcraft" and other such games on the Internet, but I don't care because he pays the rent on time every month (I think his parents are helping him out).
Anyway, today I came home from work and the apartment REEKED of marijuana. I was furious. I knocked on his door and asked him not to do it in the house because if he does and the landlord sees it, then I'll be in trouble too. He started giving me all kinds of excuses and crap about how its no big deal and the landlord won't care, etc etc etc. Basically, he refused to stop smoking in the apartment.
Does anybody have any advice on what to do next? Obviously, I have to find a new roommate, but I'm talking about what steps should I take in the immediate future. I don't know California law very well, but if my apartment smells like weed and my name is on the lease, does that make me guilty of possession even though he was smoking it in his room with his stash? Thanks in advance.  |
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| duh |
Posted - 06/29/2009 : 23:33:10
I'm so happy for you, GH! |
| Sal[Au]pian |
Posted - 06/29/2009 : 21:51:26
Well done, GH. |
| BaftaBaby |
Posted - 06/29/2009 : 15:58:15
What fantastic news, GH!! Just a couple of weeks to sanity  All the best with the new gaff.
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| ChocolateLady |
Posted - 06/28/2009 : 07:28:50
quote:
Originally posted by GHcool
Good news everybody!
My friend from Arizona is moving to Los Angeles and asked me if I knew anybody I can recommend as a roommate for him. I offered my own self and told him my annoying roommate stories. We started looking at apartments together and found this awesome place with a gym, a pool, underground parking, the works! It was only $18 more expensive than the place I'm in now, but its worth it. We both filled out an application and assuming all goes well, we're going to move in July 15.
Excellent! Get yourself out of that place and let your old roomie clean up the mess he's made!
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| GHcool |
Posted - 06/28/2009 : 06:51:17
Good news everybody!
My friend from Arizona is moving to Los Angeles and asked me if I knew anybody I can recommend as a roommate for him. I offered my own self and told him my annoying roommate stories. We started looking at apartments together and found this awesome place with a gym, a pool, underground parking, the works! It was only $18 more expensive than the place I'm in now, but its worth it. We both filled out an application and assuming all goes well, we're going to move in July 15. |
| Whippersnapper. |
Posted - 05/21/2009 : 16:13:18
Whilst we're on the subject... |
| MguyX |
Posted - 05/20/2009 : 04:29:32
While I agree in spirit with the Whip, I have to suggest a little more caution.
I'm a little dubious of telling his parents (odd, because I had no problem telling the cops - go figure). A part of me says tell Nathan that his whole family is looking for him and that it's really not cool to leave you in the middle of that situation with them calling you. Suggest that he call them. Also tell him that the pot smoking has got to stop in the house. The proximity of these statements may imply that you may inform his parents, which, if he cares, may curb his in-house habit.
If you want, suggest that he get some counseling if stuff is getting out of hand for him.
You should probably still move out.  |
| Whippersnapper. |
Posted - 05/20/2009 : 01:26:08
quote:
Originally posted by GHcool
I didn't tell her about his pot habit because it shouldn't have to come from me.
So who else is it going to come from?
You didn't sign a confidentiality agreement with Nathan about his pot-smoking did you? In which case you are free to tell whoever you want.
By the sounds of it it would be helpful if his parents, who clearly care about him, knew something of the extent of his difficulties.
If you have her number you should consider calling her back and discussing the situation. If done properly it could benefit everyone, particularly Nathan.
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| GHcool |
Posted - 05/20/2009 : 00:40:47
Here's the latest news.
Yesterday, I got a call from his mother. The mom said that she hasn't heard from Nathan (my roommate) since Mothers Day (which was May 10). According to the mom, Nathan called her to wish her a happy Mothers Day and said he was about to come over to pay her a visit in honor of the holiday. That was the last she heard from him. He didn't even call to tell that he didn't go.
The mom tried calling him, but he wouldn't pick up. She emailed him, but he didn't respond. She text messaged him; still nothing. His dad called and his sister called too. He wouldn't answer the phone. Finally, after 8 days, she called me just to see if he was still alive. I told her that he was and that I had no idea what to say about his not contacting her. I didn't tell her about his pot habit because it shouldn't have to come from me.
On the plus side, I didn't smell the pot last night and the night before. |
| MguyX |
Posted - 05/17/2009 : 16:15:40
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Originally posted by ChocolateLady
Flat broke and stoned!
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| ChocolateLady |
Posted - 05/17/2009 : 11:23:14
quote:
Originally posted by Salopian
Stoned, broke.
Actually...
Flat broke and stoned!
(Which works better in the UK than it does in the USA.)
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| Sal[Au]pian |
Posted - 05/17/2009 : 07:38:26
Stoned, broke. |
| lemmycaution |
Posted - 05/17/2009 : 04:55:05
A half-baked arrangement. |
| MguyX |
Posted - 05/17/2009 : 04:05:13
quote:
Originally posted by GHcool
I woke up this morning and can still smell it (especially in my bathroom). I took a look at the lease. The lease expired in November 2008, but it is unclear what its status is now. I assume we are renting the apartment on a month to month basis, but maybe I should confirm that with the manager.
The lease specifies (in CAPS) that engaging in illegal drug use is grounds for eviction and a breach of contract. I assume that rule also applies after the lease expires. It doesn't say what happens if one lessee is breaching the contract while the other is not, though the contract seems to treat both of us as one entity.
I think I'll speak to my manager about the specifics. However, I don't want to tell him why I have questions yet.
At the expiration of any lease -- unless it specifically states otherwise -- you are on a month-to-month basis, but all other terms of the lease continue to apply.
There is no need to speak to your manager about the matter unless you want to have your roommate evicted solely. And the manager may just issue a warning (in which case, your roomie stays, and the relationship between you two may deteriorate further). You are free to move out by giving 30-days notice (check your lease for the specifics on notice). If your roomie moves, you will need to find another pronto, or be prepared to pay the rent all by yourself. |
| Sal[Au]pian |
Posted - 05/16/2009 : 20:55:13
Definitely move out pronto then. The only issue is any deposit (bond) that you have paid. |
