Property Management
Under Florida's Landlord-Tenant Act, the landlord's duty to maintain the premises requires compliance with:
AOnly the lease agreement terms
BApplicable housing codes, keeping the premises in a safe and sanitary condition✓ Correct
CThe standards set by the Florida Association of Realtors
DOnly federal housing quality standards
Explanation
Florida's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (F.S. 83.51) requires landlords to comply with applicable housing codes materially affecting health and safety, maintain the structural components, keep premises in good repair, maintain clean and sanitary common areas, provide garbage containers, and maintain all facilities and appliances in good working order. These are minimum standards — lease terms may impose additional obligations.
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