Can my landlord make me move because she doesnt like what I have outside like outside toys, lawn mower, etc.?

raichasays

Generally, yes.

Bethany

She sure can and she probably will.

Tonya J

She can if its in the lease that you signed or if she has given you warning/notice to remove the items and you ignored the request. As long as its not something of a protected class that she's asking you to remove, such as a cross, something that reflects your heritage like a flag, etc, then she has the right to do so.

HIRH

Yup. It's her property and her rules. I've heard some crazy rules from some landlords such as "can only have white curtains". If it's not in the lease you may be able to fight it... but I doubt you'd win.

Problem Child

Do you have a lease? Does this violate this? Then yes.
If not, no. Unless its creating some sort of unsafe condition and then he could evict you. If you do not have a lease, he can give you 30 days notice to get out.
I'm just curious, why can't you clean your crap up? He probably has gotten complaints and when it comes down to it, if he wants you out, you are out. Either sooner ot later at the end of your lease.

bilbobagsend

If you have contract then it has to stated on copntract, since landlord owns property they can normally stipulate what goes where, but if you house anything like mowers, toys etc then landlord won't be able to evict you. Normally they have to notify you that you are breaking lease(Contract) then if you don't comply with order then you will be evicted but they normally give you adequate notification first

RJ_inthehouse

Check your lease. It probably says you have to keep your yard presentable, or says you cannot have toys, etc. There's also HOA rules. She's liable for your actions, and if it is against the HOA rules, they'll ask her to kick you out.

If there's nothing in the lease, and the language may be vague, I'd consult an attorney. Do not try to tackle this on your own.

Staci

Yes in most states they can break a lease or rental agreement with proper notice or if you violated your agreement can enforce your move. Ck with your state laws.

Babe

If you are not keeping the property to the standards outlined in your agreement, yes she can. Is the stuff just strewn all over the place? That reduces the value of the property. I can understand her angst.

txtx

read your lease carefully normally there is no provision for such items being unusual or unsightly,, and they are not permanent fixtures ask her to point out which paragraph specifically outlines such a thing violating your lease agreement ,,,most states require at least 3 written to you violations in order to evict not just one verbal complaint ,,,,old neat freak bat needs her head examined ,,,,,,I am a landlord in TX and AR

felixnile

only if the contract you signed has it in there

carol anne

read you lease contract over.

cfbjr4486

It's her property. If she no longer wants to rent to you she doesn't have to. I believe she just has to notify you within a certain time period.

rmanion1968

yep she can its her property so she has final say unfortunately

Jode

yes, read you contract, that falls under general upkeep.

Angel

It all depends in your lease.
I live in an apartment and we have to keep
all toys and property on our balcony.

Y!answers: my addcition

not really... but she can make you remove your items.. just make sure you pay your rent on time so that if push comes to shove you have a good argument in court..

Trouble

You do not have a written lease, so you are a month to month tenant.

The landlord can terminate your tenancy with proper written notice.

No reason is need for the landlord to terminate your tenancy in most states.

If you fail to vacate per the notice, the landlord can evict you through the courts.

dhwtaz

I would say she can make you move,but it would take some doing. pay your rent on time as hard as it will be,be nice and it will make it hard for her to do anything.it's hard to make someone move if they are doing the right thing.........living and let live.

JessiC

That depends on the lease contract that you signed. If the contract mentions that you must maintain a neat appearance on the outside, then unfortunately your Land Lord does have a case.

I would suggest speaking with her to ask her to clarify what she feels is a tidy appearance. Ask her where you should store those items and how (i.e., could you purchase a plastic, temporary container to hold the outside toys, or a small non-permanent shed to store the lawnmower). Do this in writing so that there is documentation that you tried to comply with her requests. Also get her response in writing.

cami

If it's not damaging anything then they couldn't make you move. The only way that I know of that a landlord can make you move is if your damaging their property.

colebolegooglygooglyhammerhead

No--it has to be included in your rental agreement, but you should check that. In most rental agreements, there are broad clauses that talk about keeping your yard neat and your grass cut. Also, check the restrictive covenants for your neighborhood--both you and your landowner have to abide by these. You should be able to keep your toys on the lawn, but try to straighten it up so that she can't say anything about it.

Goodhead

Check your rental agreement, if such conditions are permitted. It could be that your neighbors have complaint. Don't be a bad tenant clean up, it doesn't that much time. If you move it will cost money, so play with the rules.

almond chicken

you might want to ask a laywer, as long as your paying the rent why should she care?

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