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Can a landlord collect rent if a tenant violates the law?

If the tenant knew that the apartment was illegal, then inQueens and Kings Counties, the landlord or owner may be ableto collect rent. If the tenant caused the violation that made the apartmentillegal, then the landlord or owner may be allowed to collect rent.

Can a landlord evict a tenant outside of New York City?

Outside of New York City, the tenant must give one month’s notice to terminate the tenancy. Landlords do not need to explain why the tenancy is being terminated, they only need to provide notice that it is, and that refusal to vacate will lead to eviction proceedings. Such notice does not automatically allow the landlord to evict the tenant.

Do landlords have to maintain public areas in New York City?

In New York City, the landlord is required to maintain the public areas in a clean and sanitary condition (NYC Admin. Code§ 27-2011). Tenants should bring complaints to the attention of their local housing officials (Multiple Dwelling Law §78 and §80; Multiple Residence Law §174.)

Do rent regulated apartments have special rights?

While tenants in rent regulated or government subsidized apartments have special rights, many rules and laws apply to both unregulated and regulated apartments. Rent control limits the rent an owner may charge for an apartment and restricts the right of the owner to evict tenants.