California Civil Code §1941 and §1941.1 set the implied warranty of habitability — landlords must keep rental units fit for human occupation. San Rafael Code Enforcement adopts the California Property Maintenance Code through §12.100.010(11) for local enforcement.
Required habitability items include functioning plumbing, heating, hot and cold running water, weather-protected roof and exterior walls, working electrical, clean floors/stairs/railings, garbage receptacles, and freedom from infestations. Tenants may give notice and pursue repair-and-deduct, withhold rent, or sue for damages if landlords fail to remedy after notice. Lead-paint disclosures and the 24-hour notice for entry under Civil Code §1954 also apply.
Civil suit for damages; local nuisance citation under §12.100.010(11): $100/$410 or $500/$2,050.
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