What can I do if the apartment maintenance men climb up to my second story deck without notice?
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What can I do if the apartment maintenance men climb up to my second story deck without notice?
I live in a 2-story apartment complex and twice (that I have been home for) the maintenance men have climbed onto my deck using a ladder and have used my lower neighbors deck to climb up and peer onto my deck and living area. Following the first offence I informed the management (who were less than concerned) that if they needed to do work to please give me notice before showing up on my deck. The second offence appears to have no reason behind it but peeping. What should I do? I feel my privacy has been violated, and reporting it again might result in retaliation by management.
Asked on April 1, 2012 under Real Estate Law, California
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If you are concerned that the apartment complex's maintenance personnel are invading your privacy and being "peeping toms" you need to write the property management about your concerns and seek a face to face meeting. Keep a copy of the letter for future use and need.
If the matter is not rectified to your satisfaction, then you need to consult with a landlord tenant attorney.
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