At common law, the landlord was not responsible if the premises became unsuitable once the tenant moved in.

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This is known as the "doctrine of caveat emptor" which means "let the buyer beware". The tenant was responsible for inspecting the property before leasing it and accepting any defects. However, modern laws and regulations may place some obligations on the landlord to provide habitable and safe premises.

At Common Law, the Landlord Was Not Responsible If the Premises