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Must I let LL in to paint?

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LizetteR · 06/06/2014 20:34

We have given notice on the house we have been renting. There are a number of damp patches now dry in spots where there were water leaks. LL repaired leaks but didn't bother to repainting, which we were ok with. Now that we have given more than a months notice, LL wants to paint ASAP in preparation for the next tenants.

I have been very agreeable about showing the flats to prospective tenants and making the place presentable and generally being an ideal tenant. However the disruption that painting will cause I really don't want to deal with, especially with DCs around. We are getting ready to move!

Can I legally say No? And if so, what's the best way to do this? I would like to end on good terms if we can. I just think this is unreasonable amount of hassle. I want to box up, move, give the place a a final clean and then hand keys over. No fuss.

New tenants are already signed by the way.

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Sunnyshores · 06/06/2014 20:43

Legally he is allowed in (after giving 24 hours notice). But I do think its unreasonable of him, everyone knows what a stressful time moving is, he should be happy he's found new tenants and only facing a few days void.

I'd just email him politely and say that you'd rather not have this disruption, you have boxes in the affected room(s) and are already struggling to meet the timescales.

He should then be worried about you not moving out on time and leave you alone!!

wowfudge · 06/06/2014 20:43

Yes you can - it is a general principle you are entitled to quiet enjoyment of the place. You have been accommodating so far. Just let them know it is not convenient while you are still living there for the reasons you have stated here and refer to relevant clauses in your tenancy agreement.

Make sure you are present for the final inspection.

wowfudge · 06/06/2014 20:46

Sunny yes a LL can give 24 hours notice for an inspection, but not to carry out cosmetic decorating work they haven't bothered doing before.

RCheshire · 06/06/2014 21:20

No, he is not allowed to decorate without your permission. Tell him to wait until empty.

Tyranasaurus · 07/06/2014 09:20

No, he isn't allowed to.

We had something similar when we left our rented place and we told the landlord that he was welcome to come in and do work if he gave us our deposit back in full first. Something you might like to consider if it would be convenient for you

PigletJohn · 07/06/2014 11:50

"Legally he is allowed in (after giving 24 hours notice). "

no, he is not allowed to barge into your home without your permission, even if he gives notice.

LLs might like you think they have this right. They don't.

LizetteR · 07/06/2014 15:03

I love Mumsnet. Thanks so much everyone. I will tell him to wait.

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mousmous · 07/06/2014 15:10

no, he isn't allowed in if you don't want to. not for inspections, not for painting or repairs (refusing to let someone in for repairs or gas safety checks woud be silly though).
the landlord needs to give at leat 24 hour notice and the tennant must give their consent before they can enter.

they can only enter in case of an emergency (as in blue lights).

specialsubject · 07/06/2014 23:15

ditto - he isn't allowed in unless you say so for this. And it will be much easier for him to paint when all your stuff is out. Yes, he will lose some rental income but he is making life difficult for both of you.

say no and point this out.

I'm a landlord and in this situation, would definitely wait until you've gone - so much easier.

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