Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in New York

Can I pack and put into storage someone's (my former pastor and her granddaughter's) belongings that has been living with me for over 4 years, but has never paid rent? I gave them notice both written and verbal in March of this year that they need to move by the end of June. We are approaching the end of July. I am expecting my first child and am on preterm labor bed rest due to all of the stress. I do not want to throw theirs stuff out, I would have it packed and put into a storage facility. They are occupying 2 bedrooms of my home at this point and I need the space cleared to prepare a nursery for my baby which can come at any day now.

Thank you in advance for your response


Asked on 7/26/10, 4:59 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Debra Palazzo Law Offices of Debra Palazzo, LLC

No, you can not.

You may need to have them evicted.

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Answered on 7/26/10, 5:15 pm
Steven Czik CZIK LAW PLLC

Ms. Palazzo is correct. If they had permission to be living there, you must properly initiate summary proceedings for their eviction. As New York State law is very specific as to the exact wording required in these Notices and the manner in which they must be served upon the tenant, it is highly advisable to retain the services of an attorney experienced in these areas. We have handled many such cases, however, we would need some more information before making a complete and proper determination. You are welcome to contact us for a free consultation. We have substantial experience handling these types of cases, however, we would need some more information before making a complete and proper determination. You are welcome to contact us for a free consultation.

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Answered on 7/28/10, 8:30 am


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