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Breaking a rental lease

Started by now1225
almost 17 years ago
Posts: 67
Member since: Sep 2008
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My apartment has lots of issues and it took quite awhile but the majority has got resolved. Unfortunately the issues have cost me tons of money, time and left emotional scarring. This last weekend was the last straw I received two notices from Con-Ed that the corporation that owns the building has not paid their bill. The notice said that the hot water and electricity in the hallways could be turned off. I know I can break my lease if they actually turn it off but is their way to break it if they don’t. I’m so tired and calling 311 every other day doesn’t get much resolved.
Response by manhattanfox
almost 17 years ago
Posts: 1275
Member since: Sep 2007

ltc -- very favorable to renters.....

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Response by manhattanfox
almost 17 years ago
Posts: 1275
Member since: Sep 2007

ltc-- lanlord tenant court

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Response by now1225
almost 17 years ago
Posts: 67
Member since: Sep 2008

311 told me that if you take your landlord to court it shows up on your records. They said that your record says that you were in court with your landlord also that it takes awhile for you to get heard. I can’t take a ton of time off a work

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Response by now1225
almost 17 years ago
Posts: 67
Member since: Sep 2008

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Response by drdrd
almost 17 years ago
Posts: 1905
Member since: Apr 2007

I think it does show on your records if you go to court with your landlord so you'll have a lot of 'splainin' to do for a long time. If 311 seems less than helpful, perhaps you should talk to an attorney.

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Response by Squid
almost 17 years ago
Posts: 1399
Member since: Sep 2008

Yes, landlord tenant court activity will show up on your records. This could make it difficult to rent in the future, as the records won't reflect the exact nature of the dispute and a prospective landlord may deem you as a potential problem tenant (I know, unfair). I do think it makes sense to speak to an attorney, who will be able to go over the specific details of your situation and help find a solution.

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Response by jason10006
almost 17 years ago
Posts: 5257
Member since: Jan 2009

You can break the lease NO PROBLEM if you have no heat. Call 311.

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Response by ChasingWamus
almost 17 years ago
Posts: 309
Member since: Dec 2008

What are these "records"? Are they anything like my "permanent records" from elementary school?

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