Assignment Without Landlord's Consent In California
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The request for inspection may be a lawful one, or the landlord may be attempting to enter the unit with an ulterior motive. In that case, when the landlord refuses to specify a legitimate purpose behind the inspection, the tenant may be able to reasonably refuse to allow the landlord access.
Landlords can only enter the rental unit after they've given you notice, which is usually 24 hours (except in the case of an emergency).
Quick Summary: In California, landlords can enter a rental property without prior notice only in emergencies, with tenant approval, for abandoned property, or under court orders.
The transfer of a right from one party to another. For example, a party to a contract (the assignor) may, as a general rule and subject to the express terms of a contract, assign its rights under the contract to a third party (the assignee) without the consent of the party against whom those rights are held.
California. In California, landlords can enter to show the property to potential buyers, renters, or repair workers. They may also enter to respond to an emergency, in case of abandonment, if they have a court order, or to make agreed-upon repairs or alterations.
In California, within the Business and Professions Code, Section 1995.260, the landlord cannot unreasonably withhold the consent of the tenant to assign or sublease the property.
Engaging in unlawful subletting can lead to eviction. Tenants need explicit written consent from landlords to sublease. Without it, landlords have the right to refuse and take legal action.
Except when the tenant has abandoned the property or in an emergency, the landlord can only enter during normal business hours unless the tenant gives permission. And, without permission, the landlord must provide notice prior to entering.
Quick Summary: In California, landlords can enter a rental property without prior notice only in emergencies, with tenant approval, for abandoned property, or under court orders.
