Tenancy law: Does your landlord have the right to inspect?


Questioner

I am a tenant. Now the landlord has sent me an email asking me to plan a day and time at the office next week for a house inspection. Do I have to cooperate? What is his right in this as a landlord?

Lawyer

It is not mandatory. You are wise to cooperate in this to avoid possible problems with proof in case of any defects to the rented property. A joint date can be determined. For more information or help you can contact me free of charge.

Questioner

Thank you for answering my question. However, I don't like the idea of ​​the landlord inspecting my home twice a year. I also don't see why it's necessary, as far as I know nothing is broken.

Lawyer

The landlord is contractually allowed to perform an inspection at least once a year, but he must then demonstrate why this is necessary. If this occurs structurally, you do not have to cooperate, certainly if there is no reason for it. I advise you to ask the landlord what the exact reason for his visit is.

Lawyer

Does the rental agreement state that the landlord can come and inspect?

Questioner

Landlord states that there is a leak at the downstairs neighbors because I had my windows open while I was not in the house for 2 days. It did indeed rain there now and then those days. The landlord also states that the downstairs neighbors have complained about odor nuisance due to the use of weed ... and that the landlord wants to check if there are weed plants, but a few plants are allowed, right? I rate your previous comments with the highest score because I really find them useful. Thank you very much for this.

Lawyer

In this case, the landlord may inspect and you are wise to cooperate. If there is a structural inspection, you do not have to accept this. If the situation persists, you can contact me free of charge for further assistance.

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