Idaho Repair & Habitability Laws

Idaho requires landlords to maintain rental units in a habitable condition, but tenant remedies for habitability failures are very limited.

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Key Rules

Repair And Deduct
Not codified in Idaho statutes
Rent Withholding
Not permitted under Idaho law
Habitability Standard
Clean and habitable condition; compliance with applicable housing codes
Remedies Available
Tenant may sue landlord for breach of contract; constructive eviction may be asserted in severe cases

Applicable Statutes

Idaho Code § 55-2001

Landlord's duty: landlord must maintain the rental property in a clean and habitable condition and comply with applicable housing codes.

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