California tenant laws?

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hey all, first time poster. I have been a homeowner for years now, however recent events has forced my family to mive to a duplex. Nice place, and were fortunate to find it in short notice.

Lease agreement states no animals. I broke the lease and brought our family retriever of 7 years with us. He is quite, and poses no harm. Neighbors love him. Recently  the property manager looked through our back fence from the neighbor's yard (vacant unit), and took pictures of what few piece of stool on the ground. No dog included. The view of the picture is actually from the standing on the fence. Is this legal? I thought there had to be a 24 hr notice, even though i am CLEARLY breaking the lease agreement.

Also, the lease nowhere states i cannot work on my vehicles. I had the hood up on my  truck, and they added that into the stipulation. I now have a 3 day notice.

Besided getting rid of my dog, what are my options. Have my rights been violated?

Ed Wood · Answer

everything you need to know right here

http://www.dca.ca.gov/publications/landlordbook/

Michaela G. · Answer

I think you should try to work something out with your landlord.

But if you're really willing to part with your dog, that you've had for 7 years, then maybe the dog is better off finding a home with someone that really cherishes him instead of just getting rid of him when the going gets tough

Account Closed · Answer

In your own words, you said you were in violation of the lease now you got caught face up to your mistake and contact the landlord and do the right thing get rid of the dog or work something out with the landlord. So someone knew you violation the lease and drop a dime on you. I am not bashing you at all.

Bryant Loke · Answer

i just want to make sure the management company isnt trying to strong arm me because i am a first time renter. Thank you everybody

Elizabeth Colegrove · Answer

@Bryant Loke

I do not see how they violated any California law. I would ask them if they would be willing to take Pet rent or a large deposit to allow your animal to live there.

Account Closed · Answer

Who do you think is trying to swindled you?

Joe Gore

Bryant Loke · Answer

well lets not get off on the wrong foot. I am a law abiding citizen, and dont bend the rules. I just want to make sure i am not getting swindled.

Account Closed · Answer

You should obey the lease and ask your landlord will it be ok to work on your auto on the property we had a pro tenant a few years back that tried to find loop holes in the lease and sorry to say they are living some place else now.

Joe Gore

Bryant Loke · Answer

awsome replies. Just what i was looking for. I knew i was in violation, so i will have to part with my "first born son", as hard as it is going to be. I have been on time with payment history, early on most, and have paid three months in advance on occassion. I just wanted to make sure i was not being swindled by a fly by night outfit.

Also, there is NOWHERE in writing stating i cannot repair my personal vehicles on the property, this is why i questioned.

J. Martin · Answer

I agree, no violation for taking pictures from off of the property. The neighbor would be the only one with recourse in this circumstance, for trespassing, but good luck on getting him to care.

You violated the lease. They can ask you to cease violating the lease by having your pet there, or quit. If you really want to stay there AND keep the dog (and can afford it), offer a higher deposit. If that doesn't work, try a little extra rent too to make it worth his while.. Otherwise, why would your landlord want to deal with the extra potential wear and tear without extra deposit and/or rent?

There's the technicalities. And then there's making things work. Just my 2 cents..

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