Habitability
/ˌhæbɪtəˈbɪləti/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal standard determining whether premises are suitable and safe for living or occupancy, often underpinning tenants' rights and real estate transactions.
The landlord was sued for breach of the implied warranty of habitability after failing to fix the leaking roof.
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Commentary
Habitability commonly arises in landlord-tenant law, focusing on minimum living standards; drafters should specify standards and remedies clearly to avoid disputes.
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