What can I do if my landlord turns up without notice?

Question

Queensland, Australia.

She's a nasty piece of work anyway, rocks up without notice because believes that she is lord on high and can do whatever she likes. Brought along an architect and builder (but no real estate agent, who should have been there) last week who TOOK PHOTOS of all the rooms in my house with my personal items in there - didn't ask or let me know anything. I had to ask when all the renovations were planned for and she still only gave a vague answer. Today in the mail I receive a "Notice to Remedy Breach" for saying that I haven't maintained the garden - but the garden is perfect! There are a couple of things that I have to take to the tip but I was waiting for the free tip day tomorrow. I have an official real estate quarterly inspection in 5 days time anyway. Is it unreasonable for me to be upset about this?

Answer 1

There are very strict laws applying to landlords as well as tenants setting our rights and obligations. Agents tend to follow them but some landlords seem to think that just because they own the house they can do as they wish. This is not correct.

The absolutely best thing is to contact the residential tenancy authority. http://www.rta.qld.gov.au/. Tel [phone]. They are based in Brisbane and will give you fair unbiased advise. They are responsible for the administration of the Act covering rental houses. It is also possible to get a booklet on the laws

Answer 2

I am in the United States and I only know the rules for the U.S.
However, it all depends upon what was in your rental agreement that you signed when you moved in. And your landlord sounds like a real stickler about upkeep so I am sure there is a rental agreement. I've never heard of a landlord being able to violate your privacy! You're the one that asked about the electrical problem in your home. That is not your responsibility. The electricity, plumbing etc. are your landlords problem. I would most definitely reread my rental agreement and, consult an attorney about your rights or you can go to the website; lawguru.com and submit your question there and a professional can give you your best answer to this question.

Answer 3

She really has pissed you off- oh well. Now is the time to get over it and you have your answers and knowledge of what she is like. Next time she shows up expectantly do not answer the door as landlords need to give you advance (24hr) warning of visit. There are laws intact for renters and quite truthfully they are more for the protection o;f the renter than the landlord. Be an informed renter. Do as she asks and know you have the upper hand. As for the renovations- write a letter send it registered inform her you need to know exact dates to prepare- keep your receipt from mail. No need to speak to her- you can correspond Thur mail- thus eliminating getting you up-set. No need for that- it just ruins your day.

Answer 4

move as soon as possible and good luck with getting your bond back
we had a landlord like that once and the nasty thing had us homeless for three months with three kids two cats and a small dog it was awful
we are good tenants and have never had a single complaint ever in renting for twenty years as i said get out now and good luck
also refuse entry if she does it again and complain to real estate office immediately about her

Answer 5

If you stayed there for more than six month, you can apply for a stay order from you local court. It is free and could allow you to stay at her house up to three years without any monthly billing! But, if you less, you could also apply but grant might be only of three months, including monthly billing.

Answer 6

in many states, on an identical time as the owner turns off utilities, or variations the locks, it turns actual right into a useful eviction and can be criminal. you may prefer to first verify if yours is one among those states.