West Virginia Habitability / warranty of habitability

Habitability / warranty of habitability in West Virginia

Landlords must deliver the unit fit and habitable at the start of the tenancy and keep it that way. Statute text: "At the commencement of a tenancy, deliver the dwelling unit and surrounding premises in a fit and habitable condition, and shall thereafter maintain the leased property in such condition" (W. Va. Code § 37-6-30(a)(1)).

Verified Source: W. Va. Code § 37-6-30(a)(1) · last checked 2026-10-16