I am 75 years old. My apt manager came in my apt to leave me a note. They had not tried to contact me by phone. Since I live alone I am concerned about this. What if I had been in the shower. As it was I was not home, however, I have an answering machine, that would have had a message if they left one. Is this legal....I am really concerned.
2007-02-05 03:11:00 · 10 answers · asked by joslyn m 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
Yes, it's legal.
2007-02-05 03:18:29 · answer #1 · answered by Michael E 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, it's usually legal, within reason. They have to have good reason for being there and it has to be within the terms of the lease which is likely going to state something along the lines that they can enter for maintenance. Usually they will give you 24 hours or more notice that they are coming but they don't have to. Complain to somebody who holds a position higher than the manager if this concerns you. Also, get a second deadbolt lock that can't be opened from the outside that you can secure while you're at home. If all else fails, call the police. Good luck!
2007-02-05 03:21:21 · answer #2 · answered by CSUflyer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a landlord and I am required by law to give you 24 hours written
notice to enter the apartment.
The only exception to this is if I have reason to believe that the tenant is in some sort of distress requiring help from the police or fire department I can enter to assist the tenant.
Send your landlord a written notice that he give you 24 hours notice.
Send the letter certified mail/return recipt and staple it you your copy of the letter.
2007-02-05 03:30:04 · answer #3 · answered by charlotte q 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you live in California the landlord must give you a written 24 Hour Notice To Enter unless it is an emergency.
2007-02-05 12:19:04 · answer #4 · answered by Michael J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your apartment complex should NEVER enter your apartment without informing you first. Even to check a smoke detector. They should either call or send you a form letter. You can check the landlord/tenant laws in your state but I'm sure this is a fact...
2016-05-24 18:10:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No apartment manager nor the landlord can enter your apartment without giving you at least 24 hours notice. They can be charged for tresspassing in this regard. I would tell them you
know your rights and what they are doing is illegal
2007-02-05 03:19:22 · answer #6 · answered by angel 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on your state's Landlord tenant act. That law determines when and how a landlord can enter your residence. Get a safety chain for your front door.
Buena Suerte
2007-02-05 03:48:50 · answer #7 · answered by newmexicorealestateforms 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe legally they are. However, I would think maybe you could try and address this issue with the landlord, tell them of your fears and maybe they could do a courtesy call. It's worth a try. Good Luck.
2007-02-05 03:18:46 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
well first of all they should not enter you r jpalce without telling you or calling you
2007-02-05 03:18:39 · answer #9 · answered by cutie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look at your lease the answer is probably YES!
2007-02-05 03:18:39 · answer #10 · answered by me4tennessee 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋