Property Management

Pennsylvania's 'Warranty of Habitability' implied in residential leases means that at minimum the landlord must maintain:

AA luxury standard of accommodation for all tenants
BBasic conditions necessary for safe and sanitary human habitation including working utilities, weatherproofing, and structural integrity✓ Correct
CThe property in the same condition as when first built
DAll appliances in working order regardless of tenant misuse

Explanation

The implied warranty of habitability requires Pennsylvania residential landlords to maintain rental units meeting basic health and safety standards: working heat, plumbing, electricity, weathertight structure, freedom from rodent/pest infestation, and compliance with housing codes. Failure gives tenants remedies including rent withholding.

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