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Locked gate to common area

Larry S

started a topic almost 5 years ago

I rent out a duplex in Indiana. The backyard is Not mentioned as private for the downstairs in the lease. I locked it due to high traffic. They can access it via the side door. Is this legal?

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Matthew M

said almost 5 years ago

Unless it's stated clearly in the lease as off limits, tenants can assume everything outside of their apartment and on the property is community area.

Larry S

said almost 5 years ago

It's mentioned the Tenant is supposed to take care of the yard, which they have never done

Larry S

said almost 5 years ago

They also have access via a side door to the back area

Matthew M

said almost 5 years ago

So they are expected to take care of an area (backyard) that you keep locked?