Q: Do I have a right to privacy & quiet enjoyment if lease says my LL can access the premises at any time/for any reason?
I currently rent one of two rooms in the basement of LL's home which has a private entrance. My LL and her family reside above the basement. At times, she or a family member has come to the basement during or after showering to inquire or complain about my water usage. She does not give notice and has stated she can freely access the common areas because I am only renting the room.
A:
You signed a lease that gave the landlord unlimited access. I've had cases with similar provisions. In those cases, the judge held the tenant to the lease.
If you don't want the landlord to access your room while you are in, use a mobile security bar. They sell them on Amazon. It fits up against the door. You move it when you go out. It costs about $20.
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