
Your claim was denied for Tenant-Occupied Exclusion. Here is what that means.
Policy excludes losses when property is tenant-occupied.
Your claim was denied for this reason.
Denial is not the final word. Many denials are overturned with proper documentation.
Policy excludes losses when property is tenant-occupied.
Legitimate scenarios
When this denial holds up
When HO-3 policy doesn't include rental endorsement and property was rented.
Contest these
When this denial is improper
When DP-3 or rental endorsement was in force.

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Similar patterns
Related denials
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Environmental Hazards Exclusion
Asbestos, lead paint, or PCB discovery triggers exclusion.
Cosmetic-Only Roof Damage
Carrier classifies hail or wind roof damage as purely cosmetic.
Appliance Surge Damage Not Covered
Carrier excludes electronic surge damage.
Heat Wave / Humidity Exclusion
Damage from extreme heat or humidity excluded.
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Know the law
Relevant statutes
FS 626.854
Public adjuster representation.
FS 627.70131
Carrier duties.
FS 627.70132
Notice deadlines.
FS 627.7142
Homeowner Bill of Rights.
FS 626.9744
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Other common denial reasons
Non-Disclosure of Use
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Hurricane-Spawned Tornado Allocation
Another common reason a Florida property claim is denied.
Typtap Scope Reduction
Another common reason a Florida property claim is denied.
Stucco Cracking Denied as Settlement
Another common reason a Florida property claim is denied.
Cosmetic-Only Roof Damage
Another common reason a Florida property claim is denied.
Carrier Denied Partial Claim
Another common reason a Florida property claim is denied.
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