Landlord Lock Change Notice

Summary

Landlords in California must give a 24-hour notice before changing locks for non-emergency maintenance. Tenants should have access to their property. Communicate with your landlord about any inconvenience and document all interactions. For further guidance, contact a local tenant rights organization like Tenants Together.

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In California, landlords must provide proper notice and ensure tenants have access to their property. If it's regular maintenance, a *-hour notice is required.
If you need further assistance, consider consulting a local tenant rights organization. Do you need more information on tenant rights or how to address this with your landlord?
Yes
In California, tenants have the right to be informed and have access to their property. Here are some steps to address this issue:
- Communicate directly with your landlord about the inconvenience.
- Document all communications.
- Contact a local tenant rights organization for further assistance.
Would you like contact information for a tenant rights organization?
Yes

Tenants Together


Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.tenantstogether.org

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