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Canceling a tenancy contract because the villa is not in a good condition
Dear sir/madam,
I have an inquiry regarding my current new rent contract situation.
I have a signed rental contract for a villa, with a move date of 1st of July.
Upon inspecting the empty villa after prior tenants have vacated, we've informed the landlord of broken door and window handles which is a security hazard, and many fixes of broken tiles, ceiling cracks, and paintwork to fix water-damaged spots.
We have not received any response from the landlord, which would constitute a breach in the contract of clause 3 & clause 20 of the contract addendum.
In the case of breaching contract terms before the move-in date started on the contract (first of July) for the above-mentioned issues that include safety and security hazards, I would not be comfortable to move in with my family in such conditions.
What would be my rights to cancel this contract? Would there be a penalty on the landlord for not honoring the contract terms?
Thank you in advance!