Tenant Died. : ezLandlordForms

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Kathy L

started a topic over 11 years ago

The Tenant Died, and her Grandson who she has had legal custody since he was 3 months old, still living in apartment. Since he was not on the Lease what is his legal standing for keeping the apt? Do I have to let him stay at current rent or can I raise the rent?

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Richard W

said over 11 years ago

In many cases, a family member living with a tenant who has passed away or left the apartment is protected under the law. Such a family member would have "succession rights". Whether or not you have succession rights as a remaining family member depends on the type of housing in which you live and the type of family relationship that you had with the departing tenant.

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Deloise D

said over 11 years ago

they will need to be screened and must qualify to lease the apartment other wise a no cause eviction could apply in this case.