Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/13/2009 - 00:51
I live in an apartment and a downstairs neighbor entered my apartment (without being invited) TWICE to complain of noise while maintenance was doing repairs. My doors were unlocked due to maintenance coming in and out of the apartment. I assume it was illegal for her to enter my apartment, but I can't find anything on my lease or online about it being unlawful to do this in Massachusetts. Does anyone have any answers? Thanks!
Editor's Response
Not really a landlord/tenant or lease issue (possibly a quiet enjoyment issue). You should start by telling the neighbor not to enter your apartment again (I assume you have already), but you should certainly contact the police and ask them to speak to the neighbor about trespassing. If the neighbor continues with that behavior you should pursue a criminal trespass complaint with the police. Good luck, and please tell your friends about The Forum.
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