Tenant not allowing annual inspection

[Jairus King]

Good afternoon all,

I have a tenant that is disgruntled.... Likely because the covid rent moratorium is ending in Virginia. Seeing how the tenant hasn't paid in forever we would like to lower the rate on the property. I requested to do a walkthrough for the inspection and the tenant is refusing to provide access.... I read that with reasonable notice we could be escorted by police officers onto the property. That would be unfortunate.... Any other ideas?

[Austin Mountain]

The tenant does not get to refuse you access to the property.  Give them 24 hours notice and then go do your inspection.