What are the rights of a landlord when a current tenant wants an emotional support animal and the lease says NO PETS ?

You can't prohibit a certificated ESA or charge extra rent. Authentic ESA animals aren't service animals, but not pets either. So if puppy makes a...

Can the city of san francisco be sued for violating its own tenants right to quiet enjoyment laws/ordinances?

You're right, it's absurd. Also hopeless. I moved out of the City in 1986, due to similar conditions as you describe. And more colorful phenomena...

What you describe, frankly, is horrendous. Unsafe, unhealthy, illegal. Demand your rent back and get out, fast. After you're gone, report...

Will I have to pay January 1, 2016 rent to my landlord?

Yes, you owe the money. Verify situation with bank. Some withdraw funds upon sending, before check is cashed. I switched banks over that practice,...

Landlord (me) question: Tenant is refusing to pick up a Certified Letter (information only at this point). What are my options?

It sounds like you are over complicating a simple matter. First, if you want to end the rental agreement, don't sweat the other issues. Your...

Can tenant prevents Landlord to enter and show property because of he has an alleged infectious diseases?

Life is short. The rental market is at historic levels in favor of landlord. Some downtime is part of the cost of business. Finally, speaking...

How much rent increase protection, can an "Option to Renew" that doesn't specify future rent afford me as a commercial tenant?

Please see my detailed commentary in original posting. Take a deep breath and learn from this experience. Had you invested in representation...

In mediation if someone request for telephone appearance does the other party get notified.

Tell the mediator of your concerns and requirements for participating. No one can force you into a room with the other party, though joint sessions...

What if the "option to renew" in a commercial lease does not specify the rent amount?

Get yourself a leasing pro to negotiate a renewal. That option is worthless as drafted and unenforceable. Commercial leases are the lifeblood...

Yes, that's too much without a clear reason. Check your lease language, then put management on notice in writing that you won't accept frivolous...