Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in New York
do i pay rent
i just found out that my landlord lied to me by telling me my apartment was all leagel.i had the town building inspecter come out and tell me that my landlord do not have the renter permit and has not have it since 1997.do i pay rent next month or not?
Asked on 7/21/08, 4:45 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Markowitz
Michael A. Markowitz, PC
Re: do i pay rent
You may not properly occupy the apartment if it is illegal. A court will not uphold an illegal agreement and force the payment of rent. However, a court will remove you from an illegal residence.
Mike.
Answered on 7/22/08, 2:50 pm
Related Questions & Answers
Looking for something else?
10,200 active attorneys ready to answer your legal questions today.
Featured Attorneys
Earn additional revenue and grow your business.
