Lessor Liability for Unreported Premises Deterioration

A lessor appealed a decision ordering them to compensate a tenant for damages resulting from the deterioration of the leased premises, arguing the tenant had failed to notify them promptly of the necessary repairs. The court, however, affirmed the lower court's ruling, reasoning that the obligation for the lessor to maintain the premises in a condition suitable for their intended use is a fundamental obligation of the lease agreement, and the lessor could not evade this responsibility based solely on the tenant's delay in providing notice, especially if the damage ultimately affected the tenant's enjoyment of the property.