Regardless of whether your lease actually mentions the Implied Warranty of Habitability, this right is automatically built into every single lease in New York City. All landlords are required by law to provide tenants with a safe, clean and livable apartment that does not have any conditions that would be dangerous, hazardous or detrimental to your life, health or safety. Furthermore, if you live in an apartment building, this right extends to the common areas as well. Most importantly, this right can never be waived, so if there is a clause in your lease stating such, it is considered null and void.
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