Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in New Jersey

The zoning department told me that the house I rented is zoned for one/two family and they will be sending someone for an inspection. There are already two families living in the first and second floor. I live in the basement. Since it is illegal, I haven't paid any rent for this month. Moreover, the landlord has 1/2 month's rent as security deposit. I'm planning to relocate to another state in another few days (by July 10th) as I got another job. If I don't pay any rent, can the landlord file an eviction in court? If so, if I relocate to another state, I may not get the eviction notice and I may not be able to go for the hearing. What will happen in this scenario?


Asked on 7/06/11, 11:44 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Larry Raiken Larry S Raiken LLC

You will probably be evicted unless you appear in court and challenge the validity of the lease.

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Answered on 7/06/11, 11:50 am


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