Legal Question in Real Estate Law in California
I looked at a house for rent in Mar Vista (Los Angeles) which had no form of heating. The owner said I would have to provide my own source of heat (space heaters). Is that legal? I've not before encountered this situation. Thank you!
Asked on 12/18/10, 9:11 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
George Shers
Law Offices of Georges H. Shers
No, a landlord is required to provide a certain level of heating. If there is no heating system, what else is wrong with the place?
Answered on 12/23/10, 10:07 am
An operable heating system (NOT space heaters even if landlord provided) is on of the few specifically listed requirements for a rental property to be habitable under the Civil Code.
Answered on 12/30/10, 8:04 pm
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