Can a landlord charge rent when making tenants move out due to remodel/renovation?
Question:A LANDLORD IS GIVING A TENANT 30 DAYS TO MOVE OUT. THE COMPLEX IS UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP. THE NEW OWNERS WILL BE REMODELING THE COMPLEX AND RENTING IT TO FAMILY MEMBERS. ARE THE TENANTS STILL REQUIRED TO PAY RENT?
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If the complex gave the 30 day notice before rent was due..no they don't have to pay rent, the tenant just has to be out in 30 days. If the tenant stays longer then the complex can request rent, but that doesn't mean you have to pay.
Check you states renters laws.
This is confusing. Ok, if the new owners still want to have people rent their new house, you will sign a lease. If the new owners are going to remodel, then you will have to move. Did you get an eviction notice? If you are still going to live there under the new ownership you will not have to pay the rent if you are not going to live there.
rent is paid in advance...so July's rent was paid 7/1/07 for 30 days...if you were given a 30 day notice on the first when you paid rent...you do not owe anymore money - you just need to be out within 30 days.
Note: please make sure you clean the apartment and take pictures of everything...'cause you still want you deposit back.
The landlord's family paying rent will be between him and them...but you just need to be out in 30 days...
good luck
Anyone that has a lease that is not up, cannot be forced to move, or have rent raised untill the lease is up. No matter if the owner is new..when they bought the property, they as well had to agree to honor the leases..If you or they have a written lease..they have to wait..If they are doing a remodel, and invade your living quarters..for this is not a necessary remodel, simply an upgrade..they are also responsible for paying for a place of equivelent likeness for you to stay in if it takes away from your living area...as long as your rent is paid according to the lease..they are responsible for you and/or family to have a place to sleep,cook,etc.even if it costs them more than the rent is..
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