§8–212.
(a) In this section, “fit for human habitation” means that a dwelling unit and property of which the dwelling unit is a part are free from serious defects or conditions that constitute, or will constitute if not promptly corrected, a fire hazard or other serious and substantial threat to the life, health, or safety of occupants of the dwelling unit.
(b) This section applies to landlords, tenants, and residential dwelling units that are subject to § 8–211 of this subtitle.
(c) A landlord that offers a residential dwelling unit for rent, whether by written or oral lease agreement, shall be deemed to warrant that the dwelling unit is fit for human habitation.
(d) The warranty of habitability under this section exists at the beginning of the tenancy and continues throughout the term of the tenancy.
(e) Relief for breach of the warranty of habitability under this section may not be conditioned on payment by the tenant of rent into escrow with the court.
(f) (1) (i) In order to employ the remedies provided by this section, the tenant shall notify the landlord of the existence of defects or conditions.
(ii) Notice shall be given by:
1. A written communication sent by certified mail listing the asserted defects or conditions;
2. Actual notice of the defects or conditions; or
3. A written violation, condemnation, or other notice from an appropriate State, county, municipal, or local government agency stating the asserted defects or conditions.
(2) Within a reasonable period of time after receipt of notice under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the landlord shall make the repairs or correct the conditions in accordance with § 8–211(g) of this subtitle.