A landlord's failure to perform under the lease generally does not give the tenant the right to terminate the lease.

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Under most lease agreements, a landlord's failure to perform their obligations (such as repairs or providing necessary amenities) may result in the tenant being able to pursue legal remedies, such as seeking damages or requesting a court order to compel the landlord to fulfill their obligations. However, in the absence of specific provisions in the lease allowing for termination due to landlord default, the tenant generally does not have the right to terminate the lease unilaterally.

A Landlord's Failure to Perform Under the Lease Generally Does