QUESTION
Is a tenant obligated to pay rent if a relief was given by the courts?
Asked on Jan 04th, 2013 on Landlord and Tenant Law - New Jersey
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I was due to be off the premises of the home by Jan. 2nd and was given a hardship relief from the court to stay until Jan. 13th. Am I as a tenant obligated to pay the labndlord January's rent if I am leaving the property.
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This is typically listed in the court order granting relief, but typically, no. A hardship relief generally extends the time before a lockout can occur, without extending lease payments. I would need to take a look at your court order before I could say for certain in your case though.
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Answered on Jan 20th, 2013 at 9:03 PM