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Rental Property Rules in Fort Wayne, IN (2026)

1 verified rental property rules for Fort Wayne, Indiana, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Repairs & Habitability

Fort Wayne's housing code requires landlords to supply heat maintaining at least 68°F in every habitable room, bathroom, and toilet room, enforced by Neighborhood Code Compliance under Chapter 152.

Fort Wayne Rental Heat Habitability Standard

Some Restrictions

Fort Wayne Code of Ordinances § 152.08(B)(2)-(3)

Dwellings shall be provided with heating facilities capable of maintaining a room temperature of 68°F (20°C) in all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms. Cooking appliances and portable heating devices shall not be used to provide primary heating to meet the requirements of this section. ... Every owner and operator of any building who rents, leases or lets one or more dwelling units or ...

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Rental Property Rules in Allen County