Georgia Repair & Habitability Laws
Georgia's habitability standard requires landlords to maintain premises in a condition fit for habitation, but tenant remedies are extremely limited.
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Key Rules
- Repair And Deduct
- Not codified in Georgia statutes
- Rent Withholding
- Not permitted — tenants may not withhold rent for habitability issues under Georgia law
- Habitability Standard
- Landlord must keep premises in repair and fit for habitation
- Remedies Available
- Tenant may sue for damages for breach of duty to repair; may vacate as constructive eviction
Applicable Statutes
Landlord's duties: landlord must keep the premises in repair and in a condition fit for habitation. Landlord must repair defects that render the premises unfit for human habitation.
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