Property Management

Under North Dakota landlord-tenant law, which of the following actions would allow a tenant to legally withhold rent?

AThe landlord refuses to paint the walls a color the tenant prefers
BThe landlord fails to provide essential services (heat, water) rendering the unit uninhabitable✓ Correct
CThe landlord does not respond to non-emergency repair requests within 24 hours
DThe landlord enters the property with proper notice to make repairs

Explanation

When a landlord fails to maintain essential services required by the warranty of habitability (such as heat or water), tenants may have the right to withhold rent or use rent escrow procedures after proper notice, as prescribed by North Dakota law.

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