I agree with Mr. Moss, but would add that if your tenancy is subject to an eviction control law (e.g. AB 3088) or one of the state/local eviction...

Whether or not it is referred to in the lease, the tenancy is subject to the SF noise ordinance, and to state law concerning nuisance activity (see...

If the owner or his/her agent is not complying with Civil Code Section 1954, you can refuse access, and may be able to seek a restraining...

Can my landlord require me to have the carpet cleaned when it is not in my lease? If I don't can they deduct from my deposit?

You are not responsible for ordinary wear and tear, but are normally required to leave the unit in clean condition. If the carpet is dirtier...

There is no specific requirement in Civil Code Section 1950.5 for the tenant to respond. However, if the tenant disagrees with any of the...

Landlord entering property at all hours of day or night?

You may well have grounds to break your lease for violations of your quiet enjoyment rights. However, make sure you have good evidence, because if...

Can I be removed from liability to pay rent?

If you signed something making you a month-to-month co-tenant, you should be able to terminate that co-tenancy by giving proper written notice -...

The master tenant is your landlord, and so is responsible for complying with Civil Code Sections 1941-1941.1. and other health/safety laws. You...

Landlord/Tenant- 30 day notice to terminate month to month lease

Given AB 3088, the various state and local eviction moratorium laws, etc., the notice may well be invalid. If you have been a tenant for at least a...

I signed a one year lease that became month to month with 2 others. One is leaving, what happens to the lease and rent?

All tenants are normally jointly and severally liable for the entire amount of the lease, and it would normally not be the landlord's...