Co-living 101: Your Rights as a Renter (Tenant Savvy Quiz)

Q: Can your landlord evict you because a roommate broke house rules, like having unauthorized pets?

No, only the roommate who broke the rules can be evicted. Correct in most cases. Evictions typically target specific violators, and landlords must follow legal procedures. You're not automatically liable for a roommate's actions.

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By: The Platuni Team

03 Jun, 2025

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1. Your landlord demands access to your apartment without notice to show it to potential renters. Is this allowed?

Yes, they own the property and can enter anytime

No, they must give reasonable notice unless it's an emergency

Only if you and your roommates agree to it

Only if they're fixing something urgently

2. Your roommate moves out without notice, leaving you to cover their rent share. Can you pursue them legally?

Yes, if they're on the lease, they're responsible for their share

No, it's your responsibility to cover the full rent

Co-living 101: Your Rights as a Renter (Tenant Savvy Quiz)

1. Your landlord demands access to your apartment without notice to show it to potential renters. Is this allowed?

Yes, they own the property and can enter anytime

No, they must give reasonable notice unless it's an emergency

Only if you and your roommates agree to it

Only if they're fixing something urgently

2. Your roommate moves out without notice, leaving you to cover their rent share. Can you pursue them legally?

Yes, if they're on the lease, they're responsible for their share

No, it's your responsibility to cover the full rent

Only if the landlord agrees to chase them

Only if you have a written roommate agreement

3. Your landlord raises the rent mid-lease without warning. Is this legal?

Yes, landlords can raise rent anytime with notice

Only if all roommates agree to the increase

Only if the increase is less than 5%

No, rent increases are typically not allowed during a fixed-term lease

4. Your landlord refuses to fix a leaky faucet despite repeated requests. What's your best course of action?

Stop paying rent until they fix it

Notify them in writing and check local laws for repair rights

Fix it yourself and deduct the cost from rent

Ignore it and hope it gets better

5. Can your landlord evict you because a roommate broke house rules, like having unauthorized pets?

No, only the roommate who broke the rules can be evicted

Yes, if the lease holds all tenants jointly responsible

Only if the landlord warned you first

Only if the pet caused property damage