Q: landlord rights in Virginia
Saw my tenant in yard and simply stopped to introduce myself and let them know we would be cutting down some large trees in the coming days. He screamed within an inch of my face that he would not allow it and he rented the property as is. He even said he would call the cops if I came on the property. He said I wasn't allowed in my own driveway. So 1 - can I enter my drive way (not the premises) without 24 hours notice and 2- do I have grounds to evict since he refused to let the tree cutters in there? He's very aggressive ; I had a 3 and 5 year old with me that were crying when we left because of how he yelled.... Any advice is much appreciated. There is a lease in place but I'm hoping I can terminate.
A: It's going to depend on the terms of the lease - what rights of entry does it give to the landlord, and under what conditions? This is too case-specific for general information on the web. Consult with a local landlord/tenant attorney so he/she can review the lease and help guide you. Good luck!
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