3 Legal Risks of Renting an Unpermitted ADU

Are you renting an unpermitted ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) to a tenant in Los Angeles? In the video below, Bijan Shakibkoo, co-founder and managing partner of SNS Law Group, discusses the three significant legal and financial pitfalls landlords face when managing unpermitted dwellings.

SNS Law Group is here to help. If you have questions or need guidance on managing unpermitted dwellings, feel free to contact our office.

Transcript:

Are you renting an ADU that is unpermitted to your tenant? If so, here are the three major pitfalls you have to watch out for.

Hi, my name is Bijan Shakibkoo. I’m a co-founder and managing partner of SNS Law Group. If you enjoy this video, please feel free to like and subscribe.

Tenant Lawsuits, Evictions, and Costly Property Repairs

The three major pitfalls that can cause you financial and legal consequences when renting an unpermitted dwelling are:

Number one, the tenant could turn around and sue you for all the rent that was paid.

In addition, the city could require you to evict the tenant, which may also require you to pay up to $25,000 in relocation assistance.

Thirdly, the city could require you to restore the property to its original condition, which can be very financially burdensome.

Contact Us for Guidance Regarding Any Unpermitted ADU Rentals

If you have any questions regarding your unpermitted dwelling or if you’re renting a unit that’s unpermitted, please feel free to give our office a call. We’ll be more than happy to help.