What do you do when someone parks in your spot apartment?

A good first step is to leave a note on your neighbor’s car. Mention that you’ve noticed their car in your parking spot, and ask them not to park there. Don’t be accusatory in your note. Cite your lease (or other document) as the source indicating your right to use a particular spot.

Can a tenant rent out parking space?

If you’re renting the property itself, you need to make sure you’re actually allowed to rent out the parking space. This is technically subletting (which could be a breach of your tenancy agreement), so get some written consent from your landlord or agent.

How do you politely ask someone not to park in your spot?

Be polite, but clear, in your expectations. Don’t skirt around the issue. To gain compliance, make direct statements such as: “please don’t park in my parking spot.” Convey an expectation that they comply with your wishes. Most apartment dwellers know that certain people just don’t follow the rules.

What do you do if someone parks into you?

Yes, Police is the first and foremost authority to call when you see a vehicle blocking your driveway. For example, if someone parks in the entrance of your driveway (he or she didn’t park in your private property), which blocks your car in or out, you can call the police for help.

What is a demised parking space?

Demised Parking Spaces This will mean, in simple terms, that the (usually red) edging delineating your space will include however many parking spaces you have negotiated with the landlord as well as the property being demised to you.

Is it legal to Park on the street as a tenant?

Parking on the street is far away and not safe. Tenants’ attorney Kellman replies: Most parking rules are governed by the lease contract because it covers your use of private property. Some complexes provide ample parking room, while others provide none.

What should landlords not do when renting a parking lot?

Landlords should not allow broken cars, vehicles up on a jack or ones with flat or missing tires to sit for weeks or months in parking spaces. A rental parking lot cannot become a safety hazard with inoperable vehicles waiting to be repaired.

Can a landlord ask for parking space for a disabled person?

People with disabilities must get reasonable accommodations, and that extends to parking. If the tenant submits a request for reasonable parking accommodations, such as asking for a closer parking spot or one that is larger to accommodate a wheelchair, landlords must comply. Always follow the laws.

What are the rules for guest parking at a rental property?

Clarify guest parking rules. There should be a few places for guest parking in the lot, and tenants should know that anyone, tenants or guests, who parks in someone’s assigned spaces will be towed at their own expense. Specify one properly-sized motorized vehicle per parking space.