Hud Building Legal Fees

Summary

In connecticut, hud landlords must follow federal regulations. Legal fees can only be charged if specified in the lease agreement. A pre-determination letter is not an eviction notice, but a warning. If the landlord accepted rent for three months, eviction might not be imminent. Consult a local attorney for guidance on the $380 charge and potential threats to refuse rent.

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i live in a */* hud owned building.its * tenants, the manager and i had raised my voiceand sent his home address to him. i received a pre determination .notice.that was Dec * .Its now April and hes accepted * rent checks since the incident.However he wants $* for the notice as law fees,Is that illegal?
Hey Andy!
In Connecticut, landlords can charge tenants for legal fees, but it depends on your lease agreement and state laws.
- Check your lease to see if there is a provision about legal fees.
- If not specified, landlords typically cannot charge arbitrary fees.
Would you like to connect with a local lawyer for more detailed advice?
in a hud building?
Hey Andy, in HUD (Housing and Urban Development) buildings, landlords must follow specific federal regulations. Charging legal fees might not be allowed unless explicitly stated in your lease agreement. You might want to review your lease and HUD regulations for clarity.
Would you like to connect with a local lawyer for more detailed advice?
it says legal action is to be paid for, this is a notice of action.
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Andy, in HUD buildings, landlords can only charge fees permissible under federal regulations and your lease agreement. If it states that legal action fees are to be paid for, then the charge might be valid. Given the complexities, it might be beneficial to consult with a local lawyer. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
can i be evicted or is it a small claims issue
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Andy, it seems like you're dealing with a potentially complex issue. In HUD buildings, eviction procedures must follow federal regulations, and legal fees can only be charged if specified in your lease agreement.
To better understand:
- Have you received any formal eviction notice?
- Is the $* for an ongoing legal action or just a notice?
This information can help determine if eviction is a risk or if it's a small claims issue.
not a notice to quit but a pre determination letter. this was prior to accepting last 3months of rent though.
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Andy, since you received a pre-determination letter and the landlord has accepted rent for the last three months, eviction might not be imminent. However, the legality of the $* charge could still be in question.
To provide better guidance:
- What is the specific legal action mentioned in the pre-determination letter?
This will help determine if you need to take any immediate steps.
it said my leasewould expire if i didnt change actions. so,i have beenpaying rent 3 months since.
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Andy, based on what you've shared:
- Since the landlord has accepted rent for the last three months, it suggests they have not proceeded with eviction.
- A pre-determination letter is not a formal eviction notice, but more of a warning.
You might still benefit from consulting a local lawyer to fully understand your rights and obligations under HUD regulations and your lease agreement. Would you like to proceed with connecting to a local lawyer for detailed advice?
but he wants $* or is threatening to refuse rent.
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Andy, it seems like your landlord's demand for $* and threat to refuse rent is a concerning issue. Given the complexities involved with HUD regulations and lease agreements, you might want to consult with a local lawyer for a detailed understanding and guidance.
Would you like to connect with local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?