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Can my landlord charge me for a visiting relative?

Can my landlord charge me for a visiting relative?

Full question:

?????? My landlord is trying to charge me for my uncle who is staying here to bury my father who is my father's brother can she charge me or not.

Category: Landlord Tenant
Date: 04/07/2025
State: New Hampshire

Answer:

The relationship between a landlord and tenant and the right of a landlord to charge for a guest is governed by the terms of the lease agreement. It is permissible under the law for a landlord to charge for a guest. Often, the lease terms will specify the length of time that a guest may be permitted to stay. A landlord may also prohibit overnight guests.

Please see the information at the following links:

http://definitions.uslegal.com/g/guest/
http://definitions.uslegal.com/r/roommate/
http://lawdigest.uslegal.com/real-estate-laws/landlord-tenant-rights/
http://lawdigest.uslegal.com/real-estate-laws/leases-and-rental-agreements/
http://ezinearticles.com/?Guests-Who-Stay-Too-Long,-Are-They-Tenants?&id=571692

Please see the forms at the following links:

http://www.uslegalforms.com/landlordtenant/new-hampshire-landlord-tenant-forms.htm
http://www.uslegalforms.com/nh/NH-1085LT.htm

This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.

FAQs

How do I fight my landlord charges?

To contest charges from your landlord, first review your lease agreement for terms regarding guests and fees. Document any communication with your landlord and gather evidence supporting your case. You may also consider discussing the issue directly with your landlord to seek a resolution. If necessary, you can file a complaint with your local housing authority or seek legal assistance for further action.

What is landlord neglect?

Landlord neglect occurs when a landlord fails to maintain the rental property in a habitable condition, violating their legal obligations. This can include not addressing repairs, ignoring safety hazards, or failing to provide essential services like heat or water. Tenants can report neglect to local housing authorities or seek legal remedies if their landlord does not comply with their responsibilities.

What is considered negligence by a landlord?

Negligence by a landlord is when they fail to act with reasonable care, resulting in harm to tenants or the property. This can include ignoring repair requests, not addressing health hazards, or failing to ensure the property is safe. Tenants may have legal grounds to seek compensation if they can prove the landlord's negligence directly caused injury or damage.

Can a landlord talk about you to other tenants?

Generally, landlords should maintain tenant confidentiality and not disclose personal information to other tenants without consent. However, they may discuss issues related to the property or lease terms that affect all tenants. If a landlord shares private information without a valid reason, it may violate privacy laws or lease agreements.

Does my landlord have to tell me if someone died?

Landlords are not typically required to inform tenants if someone died in the rental property unless it affects the habitability or safety of the unit. However, some states may have laws requiring disclosure of such events if they could impact a tenant's decision to rent. It's advisable to check local laws for specific requirements.

What can't a landlord do in Pennsylvania?

In Pennsylvania, landlords cannot discriminate against tenants based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, or disability. They also cannot retaliate against tenants for exercising their legal rights, such as reporting code violations. Additionally, landlords must follow legal eviction processes and cannot lock out tenants without a court order.