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Re: are tenants grandchildren guests?
by Anonymous
on February 11, 2018 @10:48
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Landlord can run into trouble when they get overly involved in the private family affairs of their tenants. You need to check how your state laws handle these things before you end up in discrimination territory.
Let's deal with the children first, as this is a no-brainer. Tenants (or occupants) can have children at any time they want, through the usual method, adoption, surrogacy, whatever. A single parent can have their children come stay or live with them any time. They don't need your permission and you can't charge them extra. All they have to do is tell you of the change in occupancy.
Some (most?) states also make provisions for when people get married. Someone can get married whenever they want, and they don't need to ask your permission, and you don't get to charge them extra. People are allowed to live with their spouse. They have to notify you of an extra occupant.
Please familiarize yourself with fair housing laws.
Here is a good Q&A to read. Your mileage may vary based on your state, but federal housing laws apply to everyone.
https://www.sfgate.com/realestate/article/Bringing-baby-home-doesn-t-change-lease-2522451.php
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