Easements, Licenses, & Boundary Disputes

Use of Personal Property

A landlord cannot confiscate a tenant's personal property for nonpayment of rent or other charges. If a landlord takes personal property, the tenant can demand its return within 24 hours (48 hours if it is off the premises). If the landlord refuses to return the property, he or she can be sued in conciliation court for actual damages, punitive damages of up to $300, and attorney's fees.

Privacy

Generally, landlords may enter a tenant's unit only with the tenant's consent, except in an emergency. Landlords also may enter for a "reasonable business purpose," such as maintenance, only after giving the tenant reasonable notice. If a landlord fails to get permission or give notice, the landlord is trespassing and can be sued in court. The tenant whose privacy rights have been violated may recover damages. As of July 1, 1995, owners must have a criminal history check conducted on any applicant for a position as a building manager, as well as persons already employed in such positions. Convictions for certain serious crimes will prevent an applicant from being hired. Managers hired before July 1, 1995 who have been convicted of serious crimes may keep their jobs, but the tenants must be informed of the criminal record.

Neighbor & Boundary Disputes

Access & Boundary Disputes

Access and boundary disputes between property owners can be small, such as neighbors wanting to build a fence together, or they can be complicated, such as one property owner wanting to build a building on the property that blocks the view of his or her neighbor.  Boundaries to a piece of property are spelled out in the deed.  Before erecting any structure on your property, whether it is a fence or a barn, you will want to ensure the accuracy of the boundaries listed in the deed.  If you build in the wrong place or misinterpret the boundaries of your property, a neighbor could ask for you to stop building your structure or ask a court to have you tear it down.  Building a structure that encroaches on your neighbor’s property can have expensive consequences.  At Klun, we can help you research boundaries of your property or a piece of property you intend to purchase.

Other related areas of Law Our Minnesota Real Estate Attorneys / Lawyers specialize in are Real Estate Law - Construction Law - Zoning & Land Use - Forclosure Law - Landlord & Tenant Law - Commercial Real Estate Law.

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