Back to Index What are the landlords responsibilities during the tenancy?
• Maintain the dwelling so it does not violate state and local codes in ways that endanger the tenant’s health and safety. • Maintain structural components, such as roofs, floors and chimneys, in reasonably good repair. • Maintain the dwelling in reasonably weather-tight condition. • Provide reasonably security, including adequate locks and keys. • Provide the necessary facilities to supply heat, electricity and hot and cold water. • Provide garbage cans and arrange for removal of garbage, except in single family dwellings. • Keep common areas, such as lobbies, stairways and halls, reasonably clean and free from hazards. • Control pests before the tenant moves in. The landlord must continue to control infestations except in single family dwellings, or when the tenant caused the infestation. • Make repairs to keep the unit in the same condition as when the tenant moved in (except for normal wear and tear). • Keep electrical, plumbing and heating systems in good repair, and maintain any
