Can i have a tenant's vehicle towed?

[Guy Yoes]

I just bought a duplex that has a medium size trailer parked in the drive. The neighbor next door complains that it blocks her view when backing out. The previous landlord states he has asked the owner to move it several times. I am presenting them with a new lease effective the first of the year. I put in my lease that boats, trailers, RV's etc. may not be parked on the premises for more than 4 days per month.

Can I legally have the vehicle towed at the owner's expense? There are no HOA rules, so it would just be my lease prohibiting such vehicles.

[Arvi Carkanji]

Did the owner have a lease in place with him? Sometimes you have to respect their old lease until that expires, depending on the state. However, if he in a month to month it's a different story. I would try to solve this in a "nice" way first before you get on bad terms with the tenant. I don't think that will help your relationship in the long term (if you want him to stay). This could create turmoil like not paying rent and having to spend money on eviction. Either way, hopefully you will resolve this soon!