You are correct in discerning what the lease says. Overtenants have an impossible time trying to enforce a remainder of a lease term. They may as...

Is this even illegal?

You are in a tough situation because it is very difficult to punish a neighbor through a nuisance lawsuit. Nuisance lawsuits are very expensive...

Shared meter law?

It is my understanding that there is no specific law regarding the sharing of utilities among tenants and the landlord can sort out separate...

Landlord notice?

If your landlord is a real stickler about this issue, your month to month tenancy starts on the first of the month (I assume). That means that if...

What is the best route to making sure I get my share of parents home with the least tax implications and legal red tape?

The fact is that a mortgage has been taken out by father and brother. Just changing the deed does not mean that the obligation to the bank from...

You can make a motion in that Nassau District Court to add those damages for 'use and occupancy' of an unoccupied room. You should also attempt to...

Pending Eviction

If the tenant does file another order to show cause following notice of eviction, his order to show cause will go to a housing court judge and the...

What are the chances that the building dept in NY will seek a warrant for a basement apartment ?

A warrant sworn out by the DOB is not very likely. Your strategy is correct; if you want to keep the DOB inspector out, you are able to do so if...

I have section 8 and live in a condo for the last 4 years my rent is always paid ?

At this point, the landlord can terminate your Section 8 lease. However it must be done due to "other good cause" The lease may be terminated...

What is the time limit to take your landlord to court once your apartment has been condemned?

This would be an action based on breach of a lease (which is a contract). The statute of limitations is six years from the date of incident. It...