Deadly Dust Discovery
Your children's persistent coughing spells coincide with the demolition next door. The construction dust seeps through your apartment windows daily, but your landlord dismisses your concerns about possible asbestos contamination. With mounting medical bills and your kids' health deteriorating, you must confront the property manager who seems more interested in avoiding liability than tenant safety.
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Popularity
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Difficulty
B1-B2
Scenario Overview
Your Role
Worried parent of two young children (ages 5 and 8) living in Riverside Apartments
Conversation Partner
Marcus Sterling, Property Management Director
Setting
A claustrophobic office with venetian blinds casting harsh shadows, construction noise audible through thin walls
Location
Property Management Office, Ground Floor of Riverside Apartments
Learning Objectives
Obtain written acknowledgment of potential asbestos hazard
Secure commitment for professional environmental testing
Get temporary alternative housing or rent reduction while issue is investigated
About This Scenario
Your children's persistent coughing spells coincide with the demolition next door. The construction dust seeps through your apartment windows daily, but your landlord dismisses your concerns about possible asbestos contamination. With mounting medical bills and your kids' health deteriorating, you must confront the property manager who seems more interested in avoiding liability than tenant safety.
How It Starts
“Look, I've got contractors waiting on three other projects. Your email mentioned concerns about the renovation next door? I can assure you everything we're doing is completely up to code.”
This is how Marcus Sterling, Property Management Director's greeting will start.
Practice Details
Scenario ID
#762
Category
General
Location Tag
Property Management Office, Ground Floor of Riverside Apartments
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