Can I get evicted for smoking outside my apartment if my contract says nothing about no smoking?
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Can I get evicted for smoking outside my apartment if my contract says nothing about no smoking?
My neighbor complains about me smoking and acts if shes the owner of the apartment complex. The owner has not yet confronted me.
Asked on April 18, 2012 under Real Estate Law, California
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Being a landlord is a tough balancing act sometimes regarding th rights of all the tenants. The neighbor has a right to enjoy their apartment and if the smoking is bothersome then they can complain. But what you need to do is to check your state laws to see if smoking is inclded in nuisance laws. If you are ceating a nuisance then you may be able to be evicted. Maybe smoke away from the building and apartment windows. That might help. Good luck.
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