I live in a 55 and over apartment complex and have been here for going on 9 years. My apartment is attached to a garage

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I am so sorry; so all parties are renters and not owners correct?

Every lease has an implied warranty of habitability, and an implied warranty of quiet use and enjoyment. The implied covenant of quiet use and enjoyment means that the tenant is entitled to the peaceful use of the premises. These are implied in every lease and cannot be waived. The landlord is responsible for ensuring other tenants comply with this; if they do not they are in breach. Violation of these covenants/warranties constitute "constructive eviction". Damages may include temporary lodging that is reasonable as well as any expenses suffered as a result, in extreme cases. For less extreme cases, the court can issue injunctions (a court order to a person to take or refrain from specific conduct) or a reduction in rent. It is best to hire an attorney to first write a demand letter and then to determine the proper cause of action if landlord does not rectify the situation This can include reduction in rent, or an injunction blocking further entry absent emergency. Please let me know if you need further clarification. Thanks!

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