Will our tenants get more time before being evicted?

You have not actually provided any facts, like WHY there should be an extension. That said, however, the chances are overwhelming that they will...

What are my rights as a tenant when my apartment has building violations, but they even existed before I moved in 10 years ago?

It is POSSIBLY true, but only if it is hazardous to life and limb. Otherwise, the DOB would be looking to have the violations, whatever they are,...

Is the landlord or tenant the one responsible for others belongings stored on property?

You have no responsibility to your sister. This is between your grandfather and your sister.

How much notice does a city have to give tenants before they themselves can evict them form my property?

The eviction process for the city is not the same as for a landlord. We would need to see the papers, but it is likely that the city is following...

Can I have a friend move into my rent controlled apartment with me?

Your rent will not go up. Notifying the landlord is a very good idea. The landlord can be compelled to give you keys for her. The landlord does...

At this point in your lease, while you'd be in violation not to cooperate, on the practical level, there is nothing the landlord can really do...

What

Unfortunately, there is nearly nothing you can do. While you can ASK for an abatement, the landlord is not obliged to give it.

Can a landlord give another individual permission to enter the property to store something?

It actually depends on whether your grandfather is letting you stay there and the "rent" is just to help meet expenses. In that case, your...

What stipulations

There really is nothing special about an out of state guarantor, but you are going to want to make sure you have the guarantor's social security...

Do leases with "void" clauses hold up in court?

On its face, this looks like a simple question. Well, perhaps the question is simple, but the answer is not. Such clauses ARE upheld, unless...