Q: can a landlord enter my apartment for an anual inspection even if my apartment just got remodeled 2 months ago?
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Under California law, your landlord maintains the right to conduct annual inspections of your rental property, regardless of recent renovations or improvements. This right is protected under California Civil Code Section 1954, which allows landlords to enter rental units with proper notice for specific purposes, including routine inspections.
Your landlord must provide you with written notice at least 24 hours before entering your apartment for an inspection, and the inspection should take place during normal business hours unless you agree to a different time. The recent remodeling of your apartment does not override or eliminate the landlord's legal right to perform regular inspections, as these visits serve multiple purposes beyond checking the condition of improvements, such as ensuring compliance with health and safety codes.
However, you do have rights regarding the frequency and manner of these inspections. The landlord cannot use inspections to harass you or violate your right to quiet enjoyment of the property, and the number of inspections must be reasonable. If you believe your landlord is conducting excessive inspections or not following proper notice requirements, you can document these incidents and consider filing a complaint with your local housing authority or seeking legal assistance through a tenant rights organization.
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