habitability protected.
Landlords must maintain fit premises. Tenants may repair and deduct up to the greater of $300 or half a month's rent after proper notice.
What this means for you: The cap is modest; best for minor essential repairs.
Your next step: Send written notice and wait the statutory period before repairing.
Source: Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 33-1363. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
More Arizona rights: Arizona security deposit · Arizona eviction · Arizona entry notice · Arizona rent increase.
Repairs in nearby states: California (habitability protected) · Nevada (habitability protected) · New Mexico (habitability protected) · Utah (habitability protected).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.
Updated July 2026