If the space is being leased and the tenant is current they really have no business doing so. They have the right to, but as long as they give the tenant a copy of the key they can do what they want. It is their property.
can a landlord change the locks on a commercial building without notice
Yes. The building belongs to the landlord and needs the key in case of an emergency, or if a tenant abandons the property. Also, you should probably check with the landlord prior to changing locks. There might be a clause in the lease stating that only the landlord can change a lock, not the tenant.
You can change title ownership of a commercial building in California. The transfer could be done voluntarily or involuntarily. The title can be transferred through?æa purchase or as a gift.?æ
No, your landlord cannot change your lease without your consent.
With words and in a language that you and your landlord both understand
Cosmetic changes to buildings usually refer to the exterior/interior upgrades from their existing state. i.e. - a corporate building would have renovations done for commercial tenant improvements.
No, a landlord cannot change the payment method for rent without providing prior notice to the tenant.
A material change of use refers to a change in the way a building or land is used that is significant enough to require planning permission or regulatory approval. This change could involve converting a property from residential to commercial use, or vice versa, which may impact zoning regulations and building codes.
If the landlord provided a key to the tenant, then the tenant must provide a key to the landlord. In fact, under most state laws the tenant may not change a lock without the landlord's permission and a duplicate key provided to the landlord.
AnswerYou should check your lease. In addition, generally a landlord has the right of access in an emergency. You need to check your local landlord/tenant laws.
The landlord has many responsibilities under the law. Whether they are spelled out in the lease or not doesn't change that. The lease can add responsibilities for the landlord.
Matters such a locks are usually covered in a written lease. If it's not covered or if there is no written lease you probably can. BUT, you must give the landlord a key. The landlord has the right to enter in an emergency and upon reasonable notice to the tenant to inspect the premises. Keep in mind that landlord / tenant relationships without a written lease are generally governed by state law, so the conclusion may differ from state to state. When I was a landlord, there was an option to change the keys for a tenant. I had it done at my cost and held a key. Most locksmiths will not change the keys if you do not own the home. In many commercial leases the tenant is EXPECTED to change the locks and the landlord may not want to even have a key. For example, when renting a self-storage unit, the tenant would typically add his or her own lock to the unit. Upon default or emergency, the landlord would simply break the lock to gain entry, then put on a new lock.