Can my landlord object to a smart lock?

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If you replace the entire lock, potentially yes — it may violate your lease and lock the landlord out. The August retrofit avoids this: it installs over the interior thumbturn only, the exterior keyhole is unchanged, and the landlord's key still works. Always check your lease and consider informing your landlord as a courtesy.

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