07/28/2026
California Civil Code § 1954 – Landlord Right of Entry
Did you know California law allows landlords to enter a rental unit for legitimate reasons after providing proper notice?
Under California Civil Code § 1954, landlords may enter a property after providing proper written notice to perform mold inspections, mold testing, mold remediation, necessary repairs, and other lawful inspections. In most cases, at least 24 hours’ written notice is required, and entry should occur during normal business hours.
If a tenant refuses lawful entry after proper notice, landlords should not force entry or argue. Instead, they should document everything by keeping a copy of the notice, recording the date and time, documenting the denied access, and saving all related communications.
Proper documentation can be valuable if legal issues arise and helps demonstrate that reasonable efforts were made to address a health or safety concern.
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This post is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice.