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Landlord - Tennants rights

My Landlord got a building permit to put a large pole building in the backyard of the property we rent.It is a double lot and the building will be about 4 feet away from the back of the house. It is a 30x24 metal pole building. He was here at 8:30am this morning to start working on it. Since I rent the property do I have any rights on privacy and is there anything we can do as far as having him only here certain hours, so we can have our privacy. Since he is taking away one of the reason we rented this property do we have any recourse other than move?

thank you!


Asked on 6/28/07, 8:47 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: Landlord - Tennants rights

if yourlease included the yard, he cannot change it, without your consent. But is it worth the hassle of a court proceeding?

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Answered on 6/28/07, 9:21 am
Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: Landlord - Tenants' rights

NOTE: This communication is not intended as and should not be interpreted as legal advice. Rather, it is intended solely as a general discussion of legal principles. You should not rely on or take action based on this communication without first presenting ALL relevant details to a competent attorney in your jurisdiction and then receiving the attorney's individualized advice for you. By reading the "Response" to your question or comment, you agree that the opinion expressed is not intended to, nor does it, create any attorney-client relationship, nor does it constitute legal advice to any person reviewing such nformation, nor will it be considered an attorney-client privileged communication. If you do not agree, then stop right here, and do not read any further.

It would depend on the terms of the lease agreement. Certainly, if you leased the premises and the lot is included, I do not think a landlord has the right to now build a new structure on the lot during your tenancy. You need to have an attorney review your lease to determine your legal rights and responsibilities.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 7/06/07, 2:44 pm


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