Q: Can the owner of the house im renting move in upstairs and start renovation with power tools and equipment without notic
I live in the basement of a house in portland oregon and my upstairs neighbors just moved out and my landlord just met me on my porch saying he is moving in and going to be doing renovations and remodeling. Its been an hour and its already very annoying. It sounds like he is sanding the floor, which will take forever.
A: It depends in part upon what you have rented - if it is just the basement, and the landlord is doing nothing in your space, then he likely has the right to do what he wishes with the upstairs space. However, depending upon the duration and extent of the disturbance (and hours), you may have claims against the landlord for a reduction in rent during this time for his infringing upon your right to quiet enjoyment of your tenancy.
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