My question involves landlord-tenant law in the State of: California
CA civil code 1950.5 states that a tenant has the right to a pre-moveout inspection.
We sent in our 30 day notice of intent to vacate, which indicated that we requested an initial inspection with us present....... with ample time to spare, and received today (13 days before moveout), a packet from the prop managament co, saying that we were allowed an inspection, but for a "$50 Administration fee". If we want the inspection, we have to call, and pay in advance.
Is this legal? If it is a "tenant's right", how can they charge for this service?
I have called renters advocacy groups, and noone has ever heard of this sort of fee.
thanks
What should my next step be?

