Cal. Civ. Code § 44-7-4
Local ordinances relating to security of premises occupied by tenants; cumulative effect of this Code section.
Operative Text
(a) Municipalities and counties may establish by local ordinance minimum security standards not in conflict with applicable fire codes to prevent the unauthorized entry of premises occupied by a tenant as a dwelling place and may require landlords to comply with such standards. (b) This Code section shall be cumulative to and shall not prohibit the enactment of other general and local laws, rules and regulations of state or local agencies, and local ordinances on this subject.
O.C.G.A. § 44-7-4 authorizes Georgia municipalities and counties to adopt local ordinances that set minimum security standards for rental dwellings, aimed at preventing unauthorized entry, as long as those standards do not conflict with applicable fire codes. Landlords in jurisdictions that enact such ordinances may be required to meet those locally defined standards. The provision also makes clear that it operates alongside, rather than in place of, other state or local laws, rules, and regulations on the same subject.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under O.C.G.A. § 44-7-4, compliant property operators stay informed about whether their municipality or county has adopted local security ordinances for rental dwellings, since requirements can vary by jurisdiction. Operators generally audit their properties against any locally enacted minimum security standards—such as door locks, window hardware, or lighting—while also ensuring those measures remain consistent with applicable fire codes. Because § 44-7-4 is cumulative, landlords also account for any overlapping state or local rules that may impose additional obligations on the same subject matter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
O.C.G.A. § 44-7-4 gives tenants a basis to look into whether their local municipality or county has enacted security ordinances that their landlord must follow, since those ordinances may establish enforceable minimum standards for preventing unauthorized entry into their dwelling. Tenants who believe a landlord is not meeting locally required security standards may consider contacting their local code enforcement office or housing authority to inquire about applicable ordinances and complaint procedures. Because § 44-7-4 is cumulative with other laws, tenant-rights organizations can also help identify whether additional state or local protections apply to a given situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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