How much notice to move must a tenant be given?
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How much notice to move must a tenant be given?
My daughter signed the second of 2, 1year leases with her landlord. However, due to extensive water damage caused by rain falling from a leaky roof, she was told that her lease would not be renewed at its termination so that these repairs can be made. The landlord gave notice of less than the 60 days as provided for her the lease. Given the circumstances, does my daughter have any legal recourse?
Asked on October 7, 2012 under Real Estate Law, New Jersey
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
First of all, you need to re-read her lease and find out if the 60 day notice is an obligation binding on both the tenant and the landlord. If so, and your daughter's landlord gave less than 60 days notice, she in theory has a claim. However, if the non-renewal has to do with a major repair which requires the unit to be vacated, then her landlord will be released from the 60 day notice provision (if applicable).
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