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What responsibilities do landlords have?

Landlords must make sure:

• The outside walls, windows and doors protect you against water or weather.
• The plumbing and gas fittings work properly.*
• There is hot and cold running water, appropriate fixtures, an approved sewage system, and the water supply is not contaminated.*
• There is a working heater.
• There is adequate lighting and electrical wiring that meets safety standards.*
• The premises and common areas must be clean and free from pests.
• There are adequate garbage containers.
• The floors, stairways and railings are not broken.

*The landlord must meet the standards in effect when installed as well as current building and house code standards. For more information, read Civil Code § 1941 .

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