Strong odor from the carpet, how to leave the lease contract without liabilities?

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The tenant found a strong odor from the carpet after moving in. Even a deep carpet cleaning was promised by the landlord; the tenant was reluctant to live in this unit. Is she able to leave the lease contract without liabilities?


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