Evicting Church Tenants: Critical Rules in California
Evicting church tenants in California means following strict commercial unlawful detainer rules. Learn the process and the self-help traps to avoid.
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Copyright Laws for Churches
It is probably fair to say they nearly every religious service plays music or sings songs that they did not write. In today’s digital world, information can be obtained from the internet such as music, lyrics, graphics, and pictures with ease. In doing so, few if any think of the possible ramifications of infringing upon the copyrights of another. What follows is a brief synopsis of the rules of law which pertain to the use of copyrighted materials during church services and may not apply to Sunday School or other […]
Security Deposits: 5 Rules for Commercial Leases
Security deposits in a commercial lease work nothing like residential ones — no caps on the amount, no automatic accounting requirement, and different refund deadlines depending on why the landlord is keeping part of it. Here’s what actually applies.
The 600 MHz Wireless Microphone Band: What You Need to Know
600 MHz wireless microphone band regulations have changed significantly in recent years, and understanding these FCC rules is essential for anyone using wireless audio equipment. The FCC has issued new rules which take effect on July 13, 2020, that will require you to cease the use of wireless microphones that operate in the 600 MHz service band. This may result in some equipment changes for churches, schools, and other users of such devices. Background: To meet the increasing demand for wireless broadband services nationwide, the FCC recently auctioned spectrum that […]
Churches and For-Profit Tenants: How Leasing Affects Your Exemption
When a church leases space to a for-profit tenant, its property tax exemption is suddenly at risk. Here’s how California’s Church, Religious, and Welfare exemptions differ, and what leasing to the wrong tenant can cost your congregation.
Residential and Commercial Eviction Limitations and Moratoriums During the COVID-19
The following information was provided by the California Business, Consumer Services, and Housing Agency. California Eviction Moratorium rules during COVID‑19 created a complex mix of statewide protections and local moratoriums that affected both residential and commercial landlords. This guidance is directed to landlords regarding eviction of tenants during the COVID-19 pandemic and to local jurisdictions considering instituting restrictions or moratoriums on residential or commercial evictions as a means of offering relief to individuals or business affected by the pandemic. The California Eviction Moratorium created overlapping statewide and local rules that […]
Removing Fixtures: Rules for Church Tenants
Removing fixtures at the end of a lease is one of the most common landlord-tenant disputes — a tenant installs a projector or new carpet, then wants it back. Here’s how California law decides who actually owns it.
