QUESTION
Can my landlord terminate my lease if I temporarily foster my baby niece?
Asked on Apr 12th, 2016 on Landlord and Tenant Law - Massachusetts
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I just found out today that I am the only family member allowed to take in my 6 month old niece until my sister is able to be reunited with her. However, my lease states I am the only tenant. Can my landlord terminate my lease over this? I have been a quiet tenant the past two years, have always paid rent on time, and have kept everything clean.
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No. If you are legally fostering your niece she would be considered a minor family member and you have the right to house her. The key is that you have some sort of legal right to have her, even in a temporary basis.
Answered on May 16th, 2016 at 5:12 AM