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My big apartment building doesn't have its own super. Is this legal? What can I do?
… in the dwelling or within 200 feet of the dwelling says Sam Himmelstein a lawyer who represents residential and … You and your fellow tenants could also opt to withhold your rent to force your landlord to comply with the law but this … Send your questions to expertsbrickundergroundcom For more Ask an Expert questions and answers click here … You …
My landlord hired shady contractors to do work in my apartment. Can I make him choose someone else?
… Legally speaking you cant force your landlord to use a different company according to our experts with some limited … even if they do poor work and make conditions worse says Sam Himmelsten a partner with the firm Himmelstein … workers in despite your misgivings A tenant could either ask a landlord to use a different service provider and if …
Ask Sam: I left the gas on twice. How do I keep my landlord from giving me the boot?
… doesnt need a reason to refuse to renew your lease says Sam Himmelstein a lawyer with the firm Himmelstein McConnell … can refuse to renew for any reason or no reason For rentstabilized tenants on the other hand its much more … save a bit on rent before your lease is up Related Ask Sam What are the rules for evicting rentstabilized …
Winter is coming: Talking with a techie activist who helps tenants get their heat turned up
… New York Citys heat season when landlords must keep buildings warm to certain levels … forward to winter remember that from now until May 31st landlords must keep their buildings heated to at least 68 … a lot of sense if the landlord just doesnt know that the boiler is broken or maybe the radiator isnt working That …
