The landlord put up a big fence around the pool last summer. Can we ask for a rent decrease?

I agree with Mr. Parikh and Mr. Doland. A fence might be ugly, but it was installed for safety reasons and benefits everyone in the apartment...

Tenants have moved 9 to 12 cats into a single apt .WHAT SHOULD IT SAY ON THREE DAY NOTICE?

You should issue them a 3 day notice to cure the violation. This is a violation of the lease, if it says no pets. This gives them 3 days to...

A subletter stole the room by becoming a co tenant. How do we get her out?

It is possible that you are stuck with her in the unit, especially if this is a rent controlled room. If you sublet the room to her using a lease,...

Tenant says I can't deduct from security even though she was in unit extra days...can I deduct?

If your tenant stayed in the unit (by keeping her things there), then she is liable for the rent until 7/14. You helped her out by finding a new...

Can I sue my landlord and still live in the building?

Your landlord can't make you leave if you live in a rent controlled building. That is one of the main reasons for rent control. He can only evict...

Isn't this landlord's violation of lease contract with tenant? What are my rights?

You likely should not without rent. Withholding rent in this situation is sure to lead to your eviction, which you will lose. A better option is...

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Can my landlord keep my whole security deposit and charge more?

Yes, you likely need to go to small claims court. You can also hire a lawyer to write a demand letter to your landlord, explaining the law and...

Do I have the same rights as my roommate if my landlord consents to my staying?

If your landlord is accepting your checks, then you are a tenant with the same rights as the other tenant. You also have to follow the same rules...

My rental apartment manager called me stating they found bed bugs in my apartment and claimed that i must pay for it. They had

If bed bugs were found in another apartment, you aren't responsible if they came into your apartment. Either the landlord or the other apartment...

Do we have to pay $1,000 for breaking lease 6 months early?

No, you should not have to pay, except for any incidentals the landlord had to pay because of you breaking the lease. This could include...

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