Is my landlord allowed to access my apartment whenever he wants?
Your rights as a tenant (FAQs)No, your landlord should give you a 24 hour notice verbally or in writing before visiting your apartment. If he is coming to show the apartment to a potential tenant, he can come between 9am to 9pm. If it is to make repairs, he can come between 7am and 7pm. And if it is an urgent repair, he may come with no notice at any time.
My landlord has changed the locks on my apartment. Is the landlord allowed to change my locks?
FAQ - NYC Affordable Housing Resource CenterChanging the locks on an resident's apartment without giving the resident a key would be a violation of the Unlawful Eviction Law (NYC Administrative Code §26-521) if: occupant who has lawfully lived in the apartment for more than thirty days (with or without the lease), A subtenant, roommate, or relative who has lived in the apartment for at least thirty days (even if the person is not on the lease and has not made any direct payments to the landlord), See similar questions...
Can my landlord enter my apartment when I am not at home?
Frequently Asked Questions of the Housing Court DepartmentUnless it is an emergency, no landlord can enter an apartment, absent a lease provision or a court order. Pursuant to G.L. c. 186, ?15B, a lease for residential property can provide that the landlord may enter to inspect the premises, to make repairs or to show the same to a prospective tenant, purchaser, mortgagee or its agents before the termination date of the lease. See similar questions...
I entitled to notice if my landlord wants to increase my rent?
Frequently Asked Questions of the Housing Court DepartmentThe tenancy between the parties is a legal contract. It cannot be changed by one side. The tenant can agree to a rent increase. But if the tenant does not agree to the rent increase, then the landlord must terminate the tenancy. In a tenancy at will, the landlord must then give a notice to quit but such written notice may include an offer to establish a new tenancy for the same premises at the higher rent. See similar questions...
How much advance notice must my landlord give me if he wants me to move out of my rental unit?
FAQ'SEffective, January 1, 2003, rental property owners will be required to provide a 60-day advance notice to a resident if the landlord elects to terminate a tenancy and the resident has lived in the unit for one year or longer. (Civil Code Section 1946.1) If the resident has lived in the unit for less than one year, the owner must provide at least 30-days advanced notice before terminating the tenancy. See similar questions...
What if the landlord wants to terminate the lease?
Pittsburgh Housing eCounselor - Landlords and TenantsThe property owner may terminate the lease if the tenant violates the lease, or for other good cause. The owner and the renter can decide to mutually terminate the lease at any time. In addition, the landlord has the option to "not renew" the lease at the end of any term. All circumstances are specifically outlined in the lease and should be reviewed carefully prior to signing of the lease by the tenant. See similar questions...
Can a landlord raise the rent to whatever he wants?
FAQYes. There are no specific rent controls in Florida. However, the landlord cannot raise the rent in the middle of a lease. The rent can only be increased at the beginning of a new lease. See similar questions...
Can a landlord enter my apartment when I am not there?
Off Campus HousingThe tenant has been given 24-hours written notice of the entry which will be made during daylight hours; A notice to quit has been given and the landlord will enter to show the premises to prospective tenants or purchasers; or If you have any other questions contact the Public Enquires Office website, or the NS Tenancy Board's Frequently Asked Questions. See similar questions...
Are snowmobiles allowed to access the huts?
th Mountain Huts Frequently Asked Questions -- FAQth Mountain strongly discourages the use of snowmobiles for access to the huts. The hut system was created for non-motorized travel and snowmobile use detracts from this unique experience. Most of the huts are located on U.S. Forest Service land, which is managed for a variety of recreational uses, including snowmobiling. Each hut, however, is surrounded by a USFS non-motorized envelope into which you cannot bring a snowmobile. See similar questions...
If I file for bankruptcy, can my landlord still evict me from my apartment?
Frequently Asked Questions - www.bkhelper.orgPeople who file for bankruptcy are entitled to certain immediate protections from certain legal actions -- part of what is called the "automatic stay" effect of a bankruptcy filing, because many potential legal actions against the filer are stopped (known as "stayed" in legal terms). But as of October 17, 2005, when the new bankruptcy laws took effect, some of these protections have been eliminated. One key change is that filing for bankruptcy no longer delays or stops eviction actions. See similar questions...
I live in an apartment; my landlord says no waterbeds. Is there anything I can do?
Frequently Asked Questions about mattresses and beddingPerhaps. Most landlords prohibit waterbeds to limit liability. There is insurance available that protects the property owner against damage caused by waterbeds. Should any damage to the owner's property occur due to the failure of your waterbed this policy will pay for that damage. See similar questions...
My landlord refuses to make repairs to my apartment. What can I do?
FAQ - NYC Affordable Housing Resource CenterIf you are a tenant in a building, there are several things you can do to get your landlord to make repairs; however, you may want to take the following steps in order to establish a record: If the superintendent or management company does not respond, write a letter to the owner of the building that describes the problems in your apartment and asks for the repairs to be made by a certain date. See similar questions...
How much can the landlord raise my stabilized apartment rent?
NYC Rent Guidelines BoardThe owner of a rent stabilized building is required to send you a lease renewal between 90 and 150 days before your existing lease expires. You then have 60 days to accept the lease renewal offer. If you wait longer than 60 days the landlord can refuse to renew your lease and could move to evict you after the lease expires. For more information on lease renewal in rent stabilized apartments see the fact sheet. See similar questions...
Are cats & dogs allowed in my apartment?
ICM PropertiesCats are welcome in your apartment. However, dogs are not, without prior written consent by the landlord. See similar questions...
How many people are allowed in an apartment?
Vancouver Apartment Rentals FurnishedNo more than 2 persons are allowed in our studios. One bedroom suites can accommodate upto 2 persons and a child. Two-bedroom suites can accommodate upto 4 persons. Baby cribs and folding beds are available at no extra charge. The West End Heritage Suites can accommodate anywhere from 2 to 6 persons depending on availability. See similar questions...
Are we allowed to smoke inside the apartment?
PoliciesAll our apartments are non smoking, and smoking is not permitted inside any of our apartments. Smoking is only permitted on the balconies where available. If people smoke inside the apartment, a deodorising charge of AU$150 will apply. See similar questions...
Are barbecues allowed on apartment balconies?
Frequently Asked QuestionsArticle 2.6.3.4. of the Ontario Fire Code reads "Open air burning shall not be permitted unless approved (by the Chief Fire Official), or unless such burning consists of a small confined fire, supervised at all times, and used to cook food on a grill or a barbecue". The Ontario Fire Code currently does not have any restrictions on where the barbecue can be located. See similar questions...
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