Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in New York

tenant rights

i have been living with a roommate for 2 years who recently passed away last week, the building i live in has income requirements. my roommate was told by the management company to get a roommate because he was behind in rent, i hhave been paying $500 a month for 2 years, the rent was $479.00 i have rent recents for every transaction, my bills come here as well.

today i received a letter stated i have to move out by january 9, but was dated jan 9 2005, there are tenants who live here who make above the required amount to live here, i would like to keep the apartment although i was not on the lease, the management company knew that i was living here and that i made more money than required, what can i do to keep the apartment..


Asked on 12/16/05, 2:59 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Steven Czik CZIK LAW PLLC

Re: tenant rights

There are a number of options you may have although none guarantees your keeping the apartment we could probably help you chart out a plan for your best chances of doing so. This area of law is our specialty, however, we would need some more information before making a complete and proper determination. You are welcome to contact us for a free consultation.

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Answered on 12/16/05, 4:45 pm


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