Can i file an hpd complaint tonight for flood my landlord refuses to repair without being ordered to vacate basement by hpd

Yes, there is a danger that HPD or DOB will issue a vacate order, often depending on the severity of the dangerous conditions in the apartment. ...

Generally, a landlord cannot be held liable for "selective enforcement" of leases/tenants or failing to evict a tenant who causes discomfort or...

What is the lawful rent increase where there is legal rent and preferential rent?

It sounds like you had a preferential rent for the first 2 leases and now the landlord wants to abandon the preferential rent, charge you the legal...

"In a pickle with a dead man's stuff" :(

This is a tough issue and my first advice is to consult with an attorney to go over all of the facts, which cannot be done within the context of...

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There is a big difference between whether your wife's parents are subletting the unit to her (which could be a lease violation), or whether she's...

My commercial landlord refuses to clear a building violation that affects my business,can i not pay rent until it is fixed?

I agree with Mr. Smollens, and would ass that the lease itself should address the obligations of the landlord and tenant - i.e. does the lease...

Ldoes a landlord have the right to evict a tenant without being a month behind on rent while tenant is making payments?

Technically, your rent is due when the lease says it's due - usually on the 1st of the month. Moreover, rent is paid in advance for the month. ...

How long am I liable for abandoned property from a sublessor?

I agree with both responses, and would add that your letter to the roommate should include a repetition of what the roommate said (i.e. "you told...

I been living in a 2 family house for 18 years. my Landlord just told us we need to be out by jan 1 the building is sold

Even if the landlord properly terminated a month-to-month tenancy by giving notice in writing in November to terminate by December 1, 2013, the...

Am I being served properly by my landlords attorney if it's placed on my door. I've been served a summons,do I need an attorney

I would also check the regulatory status of the apartment (is it rent stabilized ?) by going to DHCR and getting a printout of the registration...

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