Sieber v. Blanc

Citations

• 76 Cal. 173
• 18 P. 260
• 1888 Cal. LEXIS 850

Syllabus

<p>Lessor oe Beal Property — Common-law Duty to Bee air. — At common law, there was no duty upon the landlord to put the property in any particular condition, or keep the same fit for any particular purpose.</p> <p>Covenant to Bepair. —A general covenant to repair is construed to mean within a reasonable time after notice.</p> <p>Statutory Obligation.—The only consequence of a breach of the obligation imposed by section 1941 of the Civil Code is, that the tenant may either vacate the premises or expend one month’s rent towards the repairs.</p>