Nev. Rev. Stat. ch. 118 § 118.070
“Family” defined.
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“Family” includes a single individual.
Under Nev. Rev. Stat. ch. 118 § 118.070, the term "family" as used in Nevada's landlord-tenant statutes is defined broadly enough to encompass a single person living alone, not just groups of related individuals. This means that legal protections or provisions referencing "family" apply equally to solo occupants. The definition prevents any interpretation that would exclude individuals from coverage simply because they live without others.
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Nev. Rev. Stat. ch. 118 § 118.070 signals that operators cannot apply policies or lease terms in a way that treats single-occupant households as outside the scope of "family"-based protections under Nevada law. Compliant property managers generally apply the same standards and procedures to single individuals as they would to multi-person households when those standards reference "family." Reviewing lease language and occupancy policies with this broad statutory definition in mind is a common practice among operators seeking consistency with Nevada law.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Nev. Rev. Stat. ch. 118 § 118.070, a tenant living alone is recognized as a "family" for purposes of Nevada's residential landlord-tenant statutes, meaning solo occupants are entitled to the same statutory protections as multi-person households. If a landlord attempts to deny rights or protections on the basis that a single individual does not constitute a "family," this definition may be relevant to that dispute. Tenants who believe this provision is being misapplied can explore options such as contacting a local tenant-rights organization or seeking general information from Nevada's courts self-help resources.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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