habitability protected.
Landlords must keep premises fit. Tenants may repair and deduct up to one month's rent after notice for certain essential repairs.
What this means for you: Repair-and-deduct is available for essential repairs after notice.
Your next step: Send written notice and wait the statutory period before repairing.
Source: S.D. Codified Laws § 43-32-9. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
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Repairs in nearby states: North Dakota (habitability protected) · Minnesota (habitability protected) · Iowa (habitability protected) · Nebraska (habitability protected) · Wyoming (habitability protected) · Montana (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