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Updated over 8 years ago,
Tenant Smoking like a chimney in a nonsmoking building!
I bought a 4 unit complex a few months ago, the previous owner had a strict non-smoking policy that was signed by each tenant. It basically states that smoking constitutes a breach of the lease and grounds for immediate termination of the lease. I went in today to take some measurements of the windows and sure enough the unit smelled like a chimney. I saw cigarette butts/ashtrays everywhere.
Now she is otherwise a good tenant. Should I give her a warning? Anyone have experience with this? If I give her a warning, and if she says she will abide by the rules, do I make unannounced visits and check on her?
Or should I evict her now? Seems harsh but I don't want my unit to stink like smoke, hard to get that stuff out.
Thanks for any advice.