Are LANDLORDS allowed to come in w/out permission?

Question

is your landlord allowed into a rented property without the tenants permission? I live in Colorado if that makes a difference

Answer 1

What does the lease say. They are to give 24 hour written notice before entering into the apartment

Answer 2

Most states no.

for Colorado in general:

Trespass by Landlord - The tenant has the right to peaceful enjoyment of the property, but this right can be modified by the lease. Unless the lease provides otherwise, the landlord does not have a right to enter the property without permission of the tenant except to demand payment of rent or to make emergency repairs. A tenant can sue a landlord for violating the tenant's rights, but this is difficult and should be done with the aid of an attorney.

This can be regulated from the state level, county level and city level. So it depends on where you live, county and city.

Many states, city's, counties, etc require a minimum of 24 hours, some up to 3 days for a scheduled visit.

Answer 3

Maybe, check the lease. Advice from the City of Boulder Handbook says:

PRIVACY

It is suggested that the landlord and tenant reach a written agreement concerning reasonable notice prior to the landlord's entry to the rental premises. If you are unable to negotiate agreement on reasonable notice provisions, contact the Community Mediation Service or seek advice from an attorney. The Boulder Model Lease allows entry by the landlord: ". . . at reasonable times and upon reasonable notice for the purpose of making necessary or convenient repairs or reasonable inspections, or to show the premises to prospective residents, purchasers, or lenders. . . ." Clauses to leases that do not contain such language may be added during lease negotiations. In addition, the Boulder Housing Code requires that City inspectors be allowed entry for code inspections. In emergency situations (flood, fire, etc) entry by the landlord may occur without advance notice.

Answer 4

"Of course they are. They own it. You have no right to bar them entry, as they can get the police to open it if need be."

Wrong!

One of the rights a property owner gives up when they rent property is the right of unrestricted entry. They cannot come and go as they please ... only the tenant has that right.

The absolute only time a landlord can enter with no notice and without your permission is in the event of an emergency.

If your landlord has been trespassing, file a complaint.

Answer 5

In most states landlords/property managers are not allowed to go into a unit without prior written notice with one exception..In an emergency.

Answer 6

Ususally, no. except for emergencies and repairs. Check the terms of your lease. IT should be stated. If it is not, then you should bring the issue up to your landlord that he should not be entering your apartment without 24 hour notice or you should seek the advice of an attorney.

Answer 7

They are supposed to give you 24 hours notice before entering. But I have had landlords come in without notice before. There may be a housing agency in your city that will provide info on tenants rights.

Answer 8

except your hire especially says in any different case, maximum states require 24 hours observe earlier a landlord can enter. i think of that a tactful communique is the main suitable attitude. in basic terms tell him which you're uncomfortable with him getting into with none observe. clarify which you're feeling that the timing is positively going to be undesirable sooner or later and that everybody is going to be embarrassed by potential of a few thing. Ask him to delight call or text cloth first.

Answer 9

Not in New York State, it is criminal trespass and go as high as burglary. Except in an emergency.

Advanced notice must be given. Also they can not give Police permission to search. A warrent must still be issued and served.

Check with your State Attorney General or your local police.

Answer 10

Generally, landlords have to give you at least 24 hours notice and that's only to come in for repairs. They're not supposed to make surprise inspections.

Answer 11

Depends on the circumstance. Was it an Emergency, Was there advance notice of the landlord coming that day.