Idaho Repair & Habitability Laws

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

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

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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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