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Landlord Entry Rights California
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Landlords in California must give 24-hour written notice before entering a rental unit, except in emergencies. Entry is allowed for inspections, repairs, or showing the property. Tenants have the right to privacy and can refuse entry if the reason is not valid. Mediation services can help resolve disputes. Tenants must restore the room to its original condition upon moving out. Providing images of the room is not legally required but can be a compromise.Full Conversation
I have a small issue with my landlord. I am currently renting out a master bedroom that is carpeted and was already furnished. The room had also came with rugs over the carpets that protect certain areas of the room. I removed the rugs and replaced with my own, which allowed me to open the door much more seamlessly and did not pose as a tripping hazard. I am currently storing the rug away in my closet. I remember signing my contract that stated just to pay fees that would damage anything in the room, thus having a security deposit. In addition, I remember that it was stated that the room should be left how it was before moving in when I move out. One of my landlords saw me enter my room with shoes on and noticed her rug was gone and is concerned that we are walking in our room with shoes on. I then specified that I had indeed removed their rug for my own and assured them that the carpet is very clean and maintained daily. The landlord then states that they insist that I open the door so she can see that the rug is clean. Besides the rug, I have also moved the furniture around to best accommodate my needs. I had asked if I could remove and replace some of the furniture with my own prior to moving in, and the landlord said no, to which I followed. If the landlord comes to see the room, is that a valid reason to enter? Also, are they allowed to force me to put the room furniture back how it was before?
Hi Via,
I understand your concern. Here are some general rules in California:
- Landlords must provide *-hour written notice before entering, except in emergencies.
- They can enter for inspections, repairs, or to show the property.
- You must restore the furniture and room to its original condition when you move out.
Does your lease provide any specific entry rights or conditions?
I understand your concern. Here are some general rules in California:
- Landlords must provide *-hour written notice before entering, except in emergencies.
- They can enter for inspections, repairs, or to show the property.
- You must restore the furniture and room to its original condition when you move out.
Does your lease provide any specific entry rights or conditions?
no it does not
Hi Via,
Thank you for providing the details. Here are some general rules and information for your situation in California:
- Landlords must provide a *-hour written notice before entering, except in emergencies.
- Landlords can enter for specific reasons like inspections, repairs, or showing the property.
- You must restore the room and furniture to its original condition when you move out.
- Your landlord cannot force you to change the room's setup during your tenancy unless it's specifically stated in the lease.
If you have any other questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask!
Thank you for providing the details. Here are some general rules and information for your situation in California:
- Landlords must provide a *-hour written notice before entering, except in emergencies.
- Landlords can enter for specific reasons like inspections, repairs, or showing the property.
- You must restore the room and furniture to its original condition when you move out.
- Your landlord cannot force you to change the room's setup during your tenancy unless it's specifically stated in the lease.
If you have any other questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask!
can an inspection without entering be done? would they be able to have to receive an image from me?
Hi Via,
Regarding inspections without entering:
- Landlords typically need to enter the property to conduct inspections.
- There is no legal requirement for you to provide images, but it might be a reasonable compromise if both parties agree.
Would you like more information on California tenant rights?
Regarding inspections without entering:
- Landlords typically need to enter the property to conduct inspections.
- There is no legal requirement for you to provide images, but it might be a reasonable compromise if both parties agree.
Would you like more information on California tenant rights?
yes
Hi Via,
Here are some key points on tenant rights in California:
- Landlords must provide a *-hour written notice before entering, except in emergencies.
- They can enter for inspections, repairs, or to show the property.
- Tenants have the right to privacy and quiet enjoyment of their rental unit.
- Disputes can be managed through local tenant-landlord mediation services.
If you need more detailed information, feel free to ask!
Here are some key points on tenant rights in California:
- Landlords must provide a *-hour written notice before entering, except in emergencies.
- They can enter for inspections, repairs, or to show the property.
- Tenants have the right to privacy and quiet enjoyment of their rental unit.
- Disputes can be managed through local tenant-landlord mediation services.
If you need more detailed information, feel free to ask!
can i refuse to let them in to protect my right of privacy if i feel like this is not a good enough reason for entry?
Hi Via,
In California:
- You can refuse entry if the landlord hasn't given *-hour written notice, except in emergencies.
- Landlords must have a valid reason like inspections or repairs.
- If you feel the reason is insufficient, you can negotiate or seek mediation.
Would you like more information on mediation services?
In California:
- You can refuse entry if the landlord hasn't given *-hour written notice, except in emergencies.
- Landlords must have a valid reason like inspections or repairs.
- If you feel the reason is insufficient, you can negotiate or seek mediation.
Would you like more information on mediation services?
yes
Hi Via,
Here is some information on mediation services in California:
- Mediation can help resolve disputes between tenants and landlords without going to court.
- Local housing authorities or community mediation centers often provide these services.
- Mediation is typically voluntary and confidential.
Would you like to know about specific mediation centers in your area?
Here is some information on mediation services in California:
- Mediation can help resolve disputes between tenants and landlords without going to court.
- Local housing authorities or community mediation centers often provide these services.
- Mediation is typically voluntary and confidential.
Would you like to know about specific mediation centers in your area?
yes please
Hi Via,
Could you please provide your city or area in California? This will help me identify specific mediation centers near you.
Thank you!
Could you please provide your city or area in California? This will help me identify specific mediation centers near you.
Thank you!
garden grove
Hi Via,
Here are some mediation centers near Garden Grove, CA:
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.fhfca.org
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.ochumanrelations.org
These centers can help resolve disputes between tenants and landlords. If you need further assistance, feel free to ask!
Here are some mediation centers near Garden Grove, CA:
Fair Housing Foundation
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.fhfca.org
Orange County Human Relations
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.ochumanrelations.org
These centers can help resolve disputes between tenants and landlords. If you need further assistance, feel free to ask!
would it solve anything if i just take the carpet to her?
Hi Via,
If you think it would ease tensions and demonstrate your good faith, bringing the carpet to your landlord might help. However, it is not legally required. Ensure you document the carpet's condition to avoid future disputes. Would you like more information on handling landlord-tenant disagreements?
If you think it would ease tensions and demonstrate your good faith, bringing the carpet to your landlord might help. However, it is not legally required. Ensure you document the carpet's condition to avoid future disputes. Would you like more information on handling landlord-tenant disagreements?
can you help me write a response of me respectfully declining to open my door to her?
Hi Via,
Sure, here's a suggested response:
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Dear [Landlord's Name],
I appreciate your concern about the condition of the room. However, I must respectfully decline to open my door at this time. As per California law, tenants have the right to privacy and landlords must provide a *-hour written notice for entry unless it's an emergency. I assure you that the room is being well-maintained, and the carpet is clean.
Thank you for understanding.
Best regards,
Via
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If you need further assistance, feel free to ask!
Sure, here's a suggested response:
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Dear [Landlord's Name],
I appreciate your concern about the condition of the room. However, I must respectfully decline to open my door at this time. As per California law, tenants have the right to privacy and landlords must provide a *-hour written notice for entry unless it's an emergency. I assure you that the room is being well-maintained, and the carpet is clean.
Thank you for understanding.
Best regards,
Via
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If you need further assistance, feel free to ask!
Dear Randy and Van,
I appreciate your concern about the condition of the room. However, I must respectfully decline to open my door at this time. As per California law, tenants have the right to privacy, unless it's an emergency, then landlords may enter. I understand that this is not an emergency, due to the text message being concern about shoes. Also, in your message, you stated that you’d like to see if the black carpet was there. I did explicitly say in the message that we have removed the carpet to place our own, so I don’t understand why there is such alarm to see the room still. If you must know, I removed the carpet because it posed as a tripping and safety hazard. I am storing it in the room where it won’t be damaged. If you like, I can give you the carpet back to keep stored, I just don’t wish to inconvenience any of you with small and unimportant things when you both have a lot to use your time and energy on. I assure you that the room is being well-maintained, and the carpet is clean. If any problems arise when we choose to move out and the quality of the room carpet is not up to par or is at the same condition as when we moved in, please let us know and we will pay for carpet cleaning, as stated and arranged on the lease contract. We hope our assurance will bring you some peace of mind as we keep our contracted and obligatory word on the agreement to leave the room how it was found upon first day of move-in. If you’d like to discuss further about how we can resolve concern on the condition of the carpet, I am more than happy to send you a video and/or image of the carpet. If you would still like to enter the room, I can provide you with a couple of mediation services that can help you feel less concerned and help us feel less convicted and more comfortable here.
Best regards,
Via
Hi Via,
Your message is clear and respectful, but it could be more concise:
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Dear Randy and Van,
I appreciate your concern about the room's condition. However, I must decline to open my door at this time. Under California law, tenants have the right to privacy unless it's an emergency. This does not qualify as an emergency.
I removed the carpet to avoid tripping hazards and am storing it safely. If necessary, I'm willing to provide photos or videos of the carpet. I assure you the room is well-maintained.
Best regards,
Via
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If you need further assistance, feel free to ask!
Your message is clear and respectful, but it could be more concise:
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Dear Randy and Van,
I appreciate your concern about the room's condition. However, I must decline to open my door at this time. Under California law, tenants have the right to privacy unless it's an emergency. This does not qualify as an emergency.
I removed the carpet to avoid tripping hazards and am storing it safely. If necessary, I'm willing to provide photos or videos of the carpet. I assure you the room is well-maintained.
Best regards,
Via
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If you need further assistance, feel free to ask!
does my message cover all the bases?
Hi Via,
Your message is thorough and covers the essential points. However, simplifying it can help ensure clarity and conciseness. Here’s a refined version that maintains your key points:
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Dear Randy and Van,
I appreciate your concern about the room's condition. However, I must respectfully decline to open my door at this time. Under California law, tenants have the right to privacy unless it's an emergency, which this situation is not. I removed the carpet due to safety concerns and am storing it securely. I assure you the room is well-maintained. If needed, I can provide photos or videos of the carpet. Thank you for understanding.
Best regards,
Via
---
If you need further assistance, feel free to ask!
Your message is thorough and covers the essential points. However, simplifying it can help ensure clarity and conciseness. Here’s a refined version that maintains your key points:
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Dear Randy and Van,
I appreciate your concern about the room's condition. However, I must respectfully decline to open my door at this time. Under California law, tenants have the right to privacy unless it's an emergency, which this situation is not. I removed the carpet due to safety concerns and am storing it securely. I assure you the room is well-maintained. If needed, I can provide photos or videos of the carpet. Thank you for understanding.
Best regards,
Via
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If you need further assistance, feel free to ask!
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