North Carolina Habitability / warranty of habitability
What is the warranty of habitability in North Carolina?
The landlord must comply with applicable building and housing codes, make all repairs needed to keep the premises fit and habitable, keep common areas safe, and maintain and promptly repair supplied electrical, plumbing, heating and other facilities after written notice, except in emergencies (N.C. Gen. Stat. 42-42(a)(1)-(4)).
Verified Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 42-42(a) · last checked 2026-10-23
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