Can my landlord kick me out if my rent has never been late?
If you're month-to-month, your landlord can give you a 30 day notice to move whenever they want. They cannot ask you to leave with no notice... and it has to be formal, written notice. You can only be evicted for a lease violation. Eviction involves legal proceedings when a lease violation has occurred, and is NOT the same thing as a 30-day move out notice. If you have never violated your lease terms, you cannot legally be evicted. The landlord would have no case against you. You can be evicted if you don't obey a 30-day move out notice, but the notice by itself is not an eviction. You said your lease is month-to-month for 6 months... but it has to be EITHER a month-to-month OR a 6-month lease. It can't be both. The landlord may have wanted you to AGREE that you'd stay for at least 6 months, but if it's not specifically written into your lease that the lease starts July 1st and terminates December 31st, then you're month-to-month and the landlord could ask you to move before the 6 months is up.
In Ontario, can a landlord kick someone out because they have pets?
As someone mentioned above.... Q6: The landlord says I must either move out or get rid of my pet; Do I? A6: Only if the pet is dangerous, causes allergic reactions or causes problems for other tenants or the landlord (ie, barking), must you get rid of your pet or consider moving elsewhere as per Landlord application to terminate tenancy based on animals. Even if you signed a lease with a "no pets" clause, if the pet is not a problem for anybody they can not enforce it; such no pets clauses are invalid under the law. You do not have to move or get rid of the pet unless the Board issues a written order to do so. The only time they will be able to evict you is if the rental is part of a corporation. For example, many condos are purchased and then rented out. If the Condo corporation has guidelines such as "no pets" or "no pets over 30 pounds" etc, then you would have to abide by those rules. But if they don't have these specifics, or if it is a regular apartment, you CANNOT be evicted, even if you sign a lease stating "no pets allowed". Of course, it doesn't bode well for a happy relationship with your landlord, but it is the law.....
How can I get my landlord to prevent me from kicking me out because of my dog?
No you can't register a dog as an emotional support dog unless you have a clear diagnosis that you need one and letters from the doctors to say that. Even then I don't think they come under the law about preventing a landlord from evicting you, But... before you get that far, then consider just how selfish you were not to discuss this with all housemates before getting a dog and then consider how unhealthy this is for your dog if he never leaves your room, in more ways than one. You are not in a situation to have a dog and that is clear and quite honestly you should either find a better place for you and the dog or rehome the dog because this situation is far from ideal FOR THE DOG at the moment, let alone you.
If your landlord kicks you out, do you still have to pay rent?
I love questions like this. So here is my smart a$$ answer. Anyone can charge anything they want and it's up to you to decide if you'll pay it. They can't FORCE you to pay it unless a judge makes you. Until a judge steps in and makes a ruling, he can charge you and you can not pay it. It's up to one of you to get a judge to say otherwise. The downside is that on rare occasions landlords can put some mark on your credit, but I'd guess that most don't as it costs them money to be a partner w/ the 3 main credit reporting agencies. Legally, it comes down to your state laws and the contract you signed. Most rental agreements I've ever signed have had a clause on eviction and what I would have to pay for an early termination fee. However, again... it doesn't matter what is in writing, a contract is only enforceable with a judge (and judgement) behind it. If you are pretty sure he isn't going to report you to a credit agency and he's to busy/poor/tightwad to pursue you in court, then I'd skip out on the rent. Morally, you should pay the rent for the time that you occupied the premises and a reasonable termination fee. Keep in mind though that paying the termination fee might look like you accepted and agree with the termination and would not help you in a court of law, should it go that far. Keep in mind though, the last thing you need is a landlord out there putting marks on your credit that would prevent you from being able to rent another place in the future. So ultimately, it's up to you, your conscience and your wallet. It sounds like he's a typical jerk wad slumlord Landlord who just wants money anyway he can get it. Go look at your lease... see what you agreed to. Try to work out a reasonable settlement, but without a judge, he can't make you do anything. Good luck!
Can my landlord kick my dogs out without a written llease?
I will make this short if i can. I have been living in this apt for about 1 yr and I do not have a written lease. It was verbally agreed upon that I could have my two dogs here.My dogs have been here in this apt for 1 yr, all the sudden a few days ago he says I want those dogs out in three days and if they arent i will get a sheriff to get them out. My landlord is retaliating against me because I called the building inspector to come in due to electrical issues in the apartment, and he was angry about that, he didnt want to fix it so I had no choice. I have very nice dogs, i clean up after them, they are not annoying, never had a complaint until now and by the way neighbors that live in this complex do not like me which I dont care and called the landlord to about my dogs which they have dogs also. I understand its his property but i pay my rent on time and cause no problems here, none. Thanks
Can my landlord kick my dogs out without a written llease?
I will make this short if i can. I have been living in this apt for about 1 yr and I do not have a written lease. It was verbally agreed upon that I could have my two dogs here.My dogs have been here in this apt for 1 yr, all the sudden a few days ago he says I want those dogs out in three days and if they arent i will get a sheriff to get them out. My landlord is retaliating against me because I called the building inspector to come in due to electrical issues in the apartment, and he was angry about that, he didnt want to fix it so I had no choice. I have very nice dogs, i clean up after them, they are not annoying, never had a complaint until now and by the way neighbors that live in this complex do not like me which I dont care and called the landlord to about my dogs which they have dogs also. I understand its his property but i pay my rent on time and cause no problems here, none. Thanks
Can A Landlord kick me out of my apartment without any reason?
Landlord/tenant laws very from State to State. Generally, the landlord only has to give you 30 days notice if she wants you out and does not generally need a reason.. In most States the notice has to be in writing or she could be penalized. Google your local or State tenant rights website and try to get some answers there. There is a chance that if she does evict you, without giving a reason, you could sue her in small claims or landlord and tenant court for eviction without cause. Of course, she could always lie and say she needs the apartment for a relative. If she uses the noise excuse, and you're really paranoid about this, purchase a noise activated tape recorder and start it when you go to bed or at 10:00 PM, whichever comes first. Make sure it either pre-records the date, or that you can record the date. You are allowed to record yourself and this would be excellent proof that you don't make noise in the middle of the night. Make sure to save the tapes until you are sure she will not evict you or starts talking to you again, so she can find out what is going on. If you gave a deposit when you moved in, you are entitled to get it back, provided you have not damaged the apartment or lived off the security deposit. Take pictures of the apartment to prove you have not damaged it. If she refuses to return you deposit, sue her in small claims court and don't forget to bring the pictures. The apartment should be left in the same condition you found it. If you've been there for a while, normal wear and tear generally doesn't count.
My neighbor says my cigarette smoke enters their apartment. I gently suggested they close their windows and they asked me instead to only smoke inside with my windows closed which I obviously can't do. This is my home. Is this unreasonable?
My neighbor says that my cigarette smoke enters their apartment. I gently suggested that they close their windows. They asked me instead to only smoke inside with my windows closed, which I obviously can't do. This is my home. Is that unreasonable?Yes, you are being extremely unreasonable.Her apartment is her home, and you are intruding into it in a particularly noxious way. Cigarette smoke triggers asthma attacks for me; I can wind up in the emergency room struggling to breathe because some smoker felt their right to smoke trumped my right to breathe.This used to be a lot more common. Now the law has changed, and unlike the first half of my life, well into my thirties, I can go out in public without being in fear of smoke everywhere, with the smokers feeling entitled to make restaurants and other public places effectively off limits for me.But if I can't stay home without inhaling the neighbor's second-hand smoke, that's a serious problem for me. It's not just that I don't like the smell,” the pathetic excuse I got when I was a child attempting to express how sick cigarette smoke made me feel to adults who treated it as normal. It's that it makes it hard for me to breathe, my chest gets tight, and soon I'm in a full-blown asthma attack that can potentially kill me.In my own home. So that someone else can enjoy their mild nicotine high.I don't begrudge you your mild high. I do begrudge you doing it and not containing your smoke in your own space, so that I have a medical emergency. Because you want to have your windows open while you smoke. Why? What's wrong with keeping your own windows closed while you indulge?Is it too hot to keep your windows closed? Then why should your neighbor?Does the smoke build up and become unpleasant if you keep them closed? Your smoke is then spreading, and affecting other people, including your neighbor, who doesn't want to smoke, but can't avoid it if you can't be bothered to abide by some minimal rules of polite behavior. Have some respect for other people. Close your windows!Your neighbor is entitled to the quiet enjoyment of her own home, and you, with your cigarette smoke, are intruding on her, not the other way around.
Can your landlord make you get rid of your dog?
Yes he can make you get rid of your dog. ADD: You have a Boxer MIX - what is your dog mixed with? Many states, counties and cities have a ban on Pits AND pit mixes - therefore, your landlord can tell you if you want to continue living there, the dog needs to go. ADD: Your neighbors are saying she is one thing and your landlord believes another - landlord wins. He OWNS the property. READ YOUR LEASE! Just accept it. Either move or find another home for the dog. OHIO LAW AND BSL By State Law all Pit Bull type dogs are automatically termed to be "vicious dogs". It doesn't matter if the dog is a service dog, guide dog, therapy dog etc. ●●If it resembles a Pit Bull it is vicious by default.●● As an owner of a "vicious dog" you are subjected to specific laws regarding liability insurance and how your dog must be confined. Dogs that are a “breed of dog commonly known as a Pit Bull” are automatically considered to be vicious under Ohio law. Owners of these dogs must maintain at least $100,000 of liability insurance coverage on these animals. The maximum penalty for a violation of this section is a $1,000 fine and up to six months imprisonment. If you have any questions regarding these laws, please contact a Field Supervisor at the Franklin County Department of Animal Control’s Enforcement Division at 614-462-3400. http://www.pittiesplace.com/OhioLaw.htm LANDLORD WINS!
Can my landlord make me get rid of my dog?
Can my landlord force me to get rid of my dog who is legally allowed to be in my apartment. She is declared on my lease with all deposits paid and I am assessed a monthly 'pet rent' fee. I have lived in this apartment for over a year, and I declared my pet and paid all fees prior to moving in. The Landlord is trying to evict my dog due to a 'rule' that is not noted anywhere in my lease contract and is also assessing fines for violation of that 'rule'. She has posed no health or safety hazard and is not destructive in any way. She is crated at night and spends 4 days a week in the yard while I am at work. The 'rule' we are supposedly violating is that my pet is not allowed to eliminate (urinate or defecate) in my front yard, a combo of stone and dirt. I have been given a notice that states I have 24 hours to remove my dog from the property or they will evict me due to the dog defecating in my yard while I was at work. I clean the yard every evening. There is no health hazard as my yard is enclosed by a 6 foot privacy fence and access to the yard is only available to myself, the tenant. There are no provisions for either the 'rule' or ability to evict pets that are declared on the lease agreement. Can they make me get rid of my dog? Can they assess fines for this 'rule'? They are charging me $50 because they saw dog waste in my yard during the day (that I cleaned as soon as I got home from work). They have assessed this fine twice this week along with a notice to get rid of my dog. Also, they have no proof of said 'violation', other that a notice of fines due. If they evict me for refusing to remove my dog, do I have any legal recourse since they are evicting me for something that is stated nowhere in my lease contract? Is looking over privacy fences (landlord installed) into my yard a privacy violation? Any help would be GREATLY welcome!