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in most states they HAVE to fix this. this could also be a major health issue. get on him and threaten legal action if he doesn't follow through quickly. things like this usually don't have to be written into the lease. it's part of maintaining livable conditions for tenants. you may even be able to withhold rent until its fixed (in many states you can withhold rent if the hvac system isn't working). in other places you can pay for it out of your own pocket and deduct the cost from your rent. there is a lot you can do.
Document all communication. send letters certified and keep a copy.
you said it was an apartment, if it is corporate, send letters to the owners, go up the chain of command. be aggressive but polite. you don't have to take that shit.
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