What term describes the termination of a lease due to a landlord's actions making the premises unusable?

The term that describes the termination of a lease due to a landlord's actions that make the premises unusable is constructive eviction. This legal concept arises when a landlord fails to maintain the property or takes actions that interfere with the tenant's ability to enjoy the leased space. For example, if the landlord neglects necessary repairs, such as plumbing or heating, the tenant may be forced to leave the property because it has become uninhabitable. In such cases, the tenant is legally allowed to terminate the lease without penalty, as the landlord's failure to uphold their obligations has essentially evicted the tenant.

In contrast, constructive notice refers to information that is considered to be known by a person even if they have not explicitly received that information, often in legal contexts related to property law. Lease breach indicates a violation of lease terms, which could lead to termination or other legal actions but doesn't specifically address the landlord's failure to maintain livable conditions. Involuntary eviction usually refers to the process of forcibly removing a tenant by court order for reasons such as non-payment of rent but does not relate to the landlord’s actions causing the premises to be unusable.