A rental housing owner may set reasonable standards by which a tenant’s guest will be considered a resident.  The length of time a guest may stay with a tenant is usually governed by the rental agreement or lease.  California law does not specify how long a guest may stay in a tenant’s rental unit.  It is important, however, for a rental agreement to limit guest visits, so that they do not become occupants with legal rights.


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