Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

If tenant damaged carpet to extent it needs replacement, can a daily holdover fee be charged for the time required to install new carpet?


Asked on 6/28/15, 3:30 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Brian Rosales Harris, Rosales & harris

The question is logical but you would be hard pressed to find a judge that would uphold such a charge. Rent lost while turning a unit would be seen as the cost of doing business. Your position would be stronger if there was extensive damage requiring a lengthy repair but carpet replacement is common and can be done quickly.

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Answered on 7/01/15, 3:23 pm


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