If there are less than six apartments in the building you can start an eviction proceeding against your tenants when their lease expires.

How can I break a lease when a landlord refuses to address lead paint issue?

If living in the apartment proves to be hazardous to your girlfriend, and she is named on the lease, you may have grounds to terminate your lease....

Yes...and you should also assert any counterclaims that you may have agaist your landlord such as lack of repairs, insufficient heat, etc.

Can I sue my roommate for not paying the rent after I paid him?

Your roommate appears to be a con man. You should file a complaint with the district attorney. You must appear in court to fight against any money...

Can I sue the landlord ?

It is against the law for your landlord to discontinue essential services. You should contact your local police preceint. The police will threaten...

Can a landlord sell a commercial property that in the lease states that the tenant has the first option to buy within theyear ?

If you have the option to buy, the landlord will have to offer the property to you on the same terms as the potential purchaser.

My landlord gave me an eviction notice and I’m renting a room?

The notice may be legal but you do not have to voluntarily vacate. Once the notice expires, your landlord will be required to commence a holdover...

?if we rent a church our bishop name on the lease is he allow to change the church lock on the members

If the bishop is the leaseholder he can lock you out. If you are paying the rent you may be allowed to stop any further rent payments and may have...

What are the risks to living in am apartment without a current lease?

If there are six or more apartments in your building you are protected whether or not you have a lease. Otherwise, your landlord canterminate your...

You need an inspection by HPD or the Department of Health. If HPD issues a "c" violation or the DOH determines that your apartment is hazardous,...