Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Pennsylvania

Realtor problems

The building I live in and rent from is up for sale and the realtor in charge of the sale has been contacting me for permission to take prospective buyers through the place for a tour. Until recently, this wasn't a problem. was always give 24 hours notice and would have the place cleaned and straightened up before then. I have found out now that in the past few days, realtors have been touring my place without my consent, even though I have already made it clear I don't want anyone here unless I am informed first. What legal action could be taken against the realtors for these unauthorized tours? Is it possible to have the realtor charged with tresspassing?


Asked on 5/12/05, 10:57 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Mark Johns Mark Johns, Esquire

Re: Realtor problems

Most leases do require the landlord secure the tenants permisssion prior to entry. The real estate agent may be assuming they have permission and therefor probably cannot be convicted of criminal trespass. I would contact the landlord and inform him that only if the agent secure your consent with 24 hour notice will they be permitted entry. The burden then would lie on the landlord to ensure none of the real estate agents enter without permission. If they then did you could file a civil suit against the landlord for trespass. I offer free consultations.

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Answered on 5/12/05, 12:05 pm


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