Property Management

In Kansas, what is a 'constructive eviction' and what are the tenant's rights?

AA formal court eviction proceeding
BWhen the landlord's failure to maintain habitable conditions forces the tenant to abandon the premises; the tenant may treat the lease as terminated and seek damages✓ Correct
CWhen the tenant is temporarily displaced for repairs
DA court order allowing the landlord to reclaim property

Explanation

Constructive eviction occurs when the landlord's serious breach of the habitability obligation forces the tenant to vacate. The tenant may treat the lease as terminated, stop paying rent, and sue the landlord for damages — but must actually vacate the premises.

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