Idaho Repairs and habitability remedies

What can a tenant do if the landlord won't make repairs in Idaho?

A tenant may sue for damages and specific performance over failures in waterproofing, essential facilities (electrical, plumbing, heating, sanitary), hazardous conditions, or smoke detectors, after first giving 3 days' written notice and demand. If smoke detectors are not installed within 72 hours of a certified-mail notice, the tenant may install them and deduct the cost from the next month's rent.

Verified Source: Idaho Code § 6-320(a), (d) · last checked 2026-10-15