Property Management
A Nevada landlord who fails to maintain a rental unit in a habitable condition may be subject to:
ANo liability, as habitability is tenant's responsibility
BTenant's right to repair and deduct or terminate the lease✓ Correct
CNRED license suspension
DOnly a $50 fine
Explanation
Nevada's implied warranty of habitability requires landlords to maintain rental units in livable condition. If a landlord fails to make necessary repairs after proper notice, tenants may have remedies including repair-and-deduct or lease termination.
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