If I rent a room from a salon, what are my rights?
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If I rent a room from a salon, what are my rights?
I am renting a room from a salon. I pay them weekly for the use of the room. I operate my room as an individual business. They do not pay my taxes so I am considered an independent contractor. Does the relationship fall under tenant/landlord law? If they wanted to evict me, do they have to give me a 30 day notice to evict?
Asked on December 13, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Texas
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
The situation you describe would constitute a landlord-tenant relationship. As to notice prior to eviction, that depends on the grounds for eviction. For example, if there is no written lease and they choose to terminate your tenancy, they need to provide a month's notice; but if you fail to pay rent when due and owing, they can file an eviction action immediately, without prior notice.
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