Not every occupant of real property is a tenant entitled to the protections of state law or a local rent control ordinance. Some occupants are mere licensees—people who have permission to be on the property but have no lease, pay no rent, and do not have exclusive right to possession.
As the property owner, you can demand that a licensee vacate your property without serving a formal notice.
If you revoke a licensee’s permission to be on the property but they refuse to move out, you must file an unlawful detainer action in court to evict them.
Before attempting to evict a licensee, it’s a good idea to talk with an attorney who is a veteran of these complex matters. At McLaughlin Sanchez, we’re eviction experts and can help you evict your licensee and return the property to its rightful occupant—you.