Stay on foreign territory or otherwise restrict freedom. The dog turns impossible, then the girl to move in — all who dwell on rented apartments is perfectly familiar with these prohibitions. However, few people know that the current new York laws allow you to bypass some taboo.
What secret homeowners?
Pets. You can bypass the condition of «no animals», included in the lease. According to paragraph 1b § 27-2009 of the administrative code of the city of new York, a landlord in new York city or Westchester County cannot prohibit the tenant to have an animal if he has it «openly and notoriously» for at least three months.
This law is one interesting nuance. If you meet the plumber or other worker, hired by homeowner, with the leash in hand, three months later the landlord can’t show you any complaints about living with your dog — after all, you did not hide its presence.
In addition, the landlord has no right to forbid the tenant to keep a service dog, guide dog or animal that provides emotional support. However, to prove the status of a pet, you will need the appropriate documents.
Roommates. The landlord does not allow you to have a neighbor/roommate? To work around the limitation, enter into marriage with this man. In accordance with § 235-f of the real property act, a landlord cannot prohibit the tenant to live in his apartment together with their relatives, which is considered to be a spouse.
Late payment of rent. Periodically many of us face financial difficulties and unforeseen circumstances. What if there was a force majeure and you were not able to pay the rent? Do not panic — immediately you will not be asked to vacate the premises. According to the law, the reason for eviction can only be a systematic delay of payment — one-off events are not grounds for litigation and eviction.
The attic space. The so-called loft Law protects the rights of tenants living in the attics of commercial or industrial buildings. If you live in a loft, you have the full right to affordable and guaranteed rent utilities (heat, electricity, hot water, etc.). In addition, you can require that the premises were reported to the safety compliance and to require the removal of problems in court.
Mirror in the Elevator. Paragraph 27-2042 of the administrative code of new York States that in elevators of apartment buildings have to be mirrors, so that tenants could see if there is someone in the cockpit, not going into it. But if there is no mirror? Theoretically you can use it as an argument against the landlord in case of any legal proceedings.
