Understanding your rights around Rent Abatement is essential when your rental unit becomes unsafe or unlivable due to a landlord’s failure to maintain proper conditions. This legal remedy allows tenants to reduce or withhold rent when serious issues—such as lack of heat, water damage, or pest infestations impact their ability to live comfortably. It is rooted in the warranty of habitability, which requires landlords to provide safe housing. Knowing how rent abatement works can help tenants seek fair financial relief and hold landlords accountable.