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Landlord-Tenant LawCalifornia, USA

California Civil Code Section 1941.1 - Implied Warranty of Habitability

Summary

Landlords in California must provide rental units that meet basic health and safety standards, regardless of what the lease says.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to have working plumbing, heat, and electricity.
  • 02.
    Right to a roof and exterior walls that keep out rain and wind.
  • 03.
    Right to clean premises free from vermin or trash at the start of the lease.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Tenants may withhold rent until repairs are made.
  • 02.
    Tenants can use 'repair and deduct' to fix issues and subtract costs from rent.
  • 03.
    Court-ordered reduction in rent value (abatement).

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