QUESTION
Can a landlord break a lease?
Asked on Sep 16th, 2011 on Landlord and Tenant Law - New York
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Can a landlord break a lease before you move in? There was a problem with the apartment not being painted as promised. When I raised a complaint, I was told that I was not wanted in apartment. The landlord said he was breaking the lease and will be returning all monies.
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Steven D. Dunnings
What does your lease say?
Answered on Jun 23rd, 2013 at 10:36 PM
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They can breach the lease, but if you cannot find a comparable apartment at the same price you can sue landlord for the increased costs of living you incur.
Answered on Sep 19th, 2011 at 8:42 PM
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No. Technically he can't do that. If you find a comparable apartment for more money you can sue him for the difference.
Answered on Sep 19th, 2011 at 8:41 PM