What type of notice is required for a new landlord to require a tenant to move?

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What type of notice is required for a new landlord to require a tenant to move?

The triplex I live in has been sold. The closing of the sale was today. The new owners came by and told me I have to move out in 30 days. I have lived in this apartment for 8 years. My lease states that each anniversary of the day my lease was initially signed the lease will automatically renew for another year. That year isn’t up for another4 months. Do I have the right to stay until then or do I have to leave in 30 days?

Asked on April 10, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Kentucky

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Generally speaking, the new owners have to purchase the proeprty subject to the lease agreement in place.  Meaning that you would be able to stay until the end of your lease.  But here is my problem: you have no written current lease, only a renewal option in an old lease?  Please take your legal document to an attorney to review and to help you understand the issues here and help you come to an amicable resolution.  Otherwise you are going to end up with an eviction notice for an attorney to deal with.  Good luck.


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