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I did see you mention this in another thread, Uncle. That is just messed up, and I feel awful about it. However, it seems to me that if you didn't sign an agreement not to vape in your place on your original lease, you cannot be bound by this new rule, since vaping in a private residence is not against any law in the US. Have you tried talking to the building owner and pointing out the benefits of allowing and even encouraging people to vape instead of smoke? Since vapor evaporates into the air it won't stain walls or furniture, and a properly cared for battery is far safer than a lit cigarette. They should even offer a rent reduction for those who vape, instead of trying to punish people for making healthier, safer and cleaner choices. If you're unsure about talking to the owner, see if there's an organization like a tenant's union or your city's rent board, and ask them the legal ramifications of this new 'rule' before approaching the owner. Frankly, it's unconstitutional and may be grounds for a lawsuit. Best of luck to you!
07/12 Entry . . .
Hey - "Noble Gas" - I bet that I got Ya' beat . . .
Long story short, even though I have already posted about it in a couple of places . . . I just learned that the management company where I live has not only instituted a "Smoke Free" policy in the apartment complex as of July 1st they have also snuck in a clause and included in the new House rules a ban on any use of "ecig" in apartments and anywhere on the property where I live . . .
I did see you mention this in another thread, Uncle. That is just messed up, and I feel awful about it. However, it seems to me that if you didn't sign an agreement not to vape in your place on your original lease, you cannot be bound by this new rule, since vaping in a private residence is not against any law in the US. Have you tried talking to the building owner and pointing out the benefits of allowing and even encouraging people to vape instead of smoke? Since vapor evaporates into the air it won't stain walls or furniture, and a properly cared for battery is far safer than a lit cigarette. They should even offer a rent reduction for those who vape, instead of trying to punish people for making healthier, safer and cleaner choices. If you're unsure about talking to the owner, see if there's an organization like a tenant's union or your city's rent board, and ask them the legal ramifications of this new 'rule' before approaching the owner. Frankly, it's unconstitutional and may be grounds for a lawsuit. Best of luck to you!