Property Management
Under the VRLTA, a landlord's failure to make essential repairs after proper notice from the tenant may entitle the tenant to:
AImmediately terminate the lease and vacate without penalty
BWithhold rent without any legal process
CFile for rent escrow with the court or terminate after proper notice periods✓ Correct
DSublet the property without landlord approval
Explanation
Under the VRLTA, if a landlord fails to make essential repairs (affecting habitability), the tenant may file for rent escrow (paying rent to court) or, after proper written notice and waiting period, terminate the lease.
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