I live in wisconsin and have been having trouble finding this information. I know the landlord has to give at least 12 hours for entering but it doesnt state anything about whether he is allowed in my house when im not there. I really dont feel comfortable having my landlord in my house when im not know, especially when i do not know them.
2007-08-26 09:58:02 · 12 answers · asked by bootsie_1985 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
You are correct about the notice, he has to inform you. These other posters saying he needs your "permission" are clueless, he does not need your permission, just to let you know he is entering. Most states require 24 hours though, not 12.
He has every right to enter w/o you there, but most want no upset tenants and will make a time arrangement with you if you are willing to be reasonable.
2007-08-26 10:22:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Here's the website covering tenant rights in Wisconsin
http://www.datcp.state.wi.us/cp/consumerinfo/cp/top-complaints/tenants.jsp
From the link above...
A landlord has the right to inspect, repair, and show the premises reasonable times. Except for emergency situations, the landlord may only after a 12-hour advance notice unless you allow entry on shorter notice.
2007-08-26 17:18:04 · answer #2 · answered by mister_galager 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The landlord can enter your place without your presence provided the landlord provides you with advance notice. Once you have the advance notice, it is then up to you on whether or not you want to be at home to safeguard your things or observe whatever the landlord is up to.
Also, in the event of an emergency, the landlord may enter your house without prior notice.
2007-08-26 17:08:48 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Tell your landlord (in writing) that you are not comfortable with him entering your home when you are not there. Ask him to give you advance notice.
Read thru your lease carefully and quote the section that deals with the landlord entering the premises.
2007-08-26 17:14:16 · answer #4 · answered by bdancer222 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most leases allow a landlord to enter the premises for maintenance and inspection.
Lacking a lease, a landlord can enter the premises EVEN WITHOUT NOTICE for maintenance. As you can imagine, if the hot water heater bursts, something needs to be done immediately.
He cannot enter your premises without a valid reason. You are paying for the "quiet enjoyment" of the premises, and if he lets himself in all the time without reasonable cause, you're not getting what you're paying for.
2007-08-26 17:08:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If it is necessary to be in the house to fix something or to make an upgrade, it is allowable in most citties for the landlord to enter when you aren't there as long as you are given sufficient notice.
2007-08-26 17:06:51 · answer #6 · answered by fangtaiyang 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, the landlord is not allowed in the house unless they contact you first. If you know for sure that the landlord is entering you house call the police has that is entering without permission, not B&E but close. Also, it gives you grounds for breaking the lease and demanding a full refund of any and all depoists.
2007-08-26 17:05:47 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
I believe the advance notice is to allow you to make arrangements to be there. If that's not possible, can you negotiate an alternate time with the landlord, so you can be there? That's assuming, of course, that this isn't an emergency (i.e. basement flooding).
2007-08-26 17:07:57 · answer #8 · answered by Angie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your landlord gives you proper notice, he absolutely can key into your house when the notice says he's going to be there.
2007-08-26 17:05:10 · answer #9 · answered by colesrepair 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
nope..... he cant enter your house without notice, unless your lease specifically allows it.
Some leases have provisions for pest control, maintenance, etc.
2007-08-26 17:05:53 · answer #10 · answered by Mike 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋