An SF landlord has 14 days to provide a key after being asked in writing. It's acceptable to deny the request for unlawful occupancy, but not for giving a famil

An SF landlord has 14 days to provide a key after being asked in writing. It's acceptable to deny the request for unlawful occupancy, but not for giving a family member, houseguest, or service worker access to your home. For reference: https://sfrb.org/section-3713-keys https://sfrb.org/section-3713-keys If they claim unlawful occupancy, you can invoke the Kim 2.0 amendments of the rent ordinance which basically prevent an SF landlord from denying you the roommates of your choice. If a landlord denies a roommate under the Kim 2.0 amendments, you can almost certainly get your rent cut in half by petitioning the rent board.