Elderly Tenant Eviction Rights

Summary

In Wisconsin, landlords must provide a 28-day notice for month-to-month tenants before eviction. They are not required to offer alternative housing. Tenants can negotiate or seek legal help from local tenant unions or housing authorities for personalized advice.

Full Conversation

I have a elder friend (*) that live in Milwaukee,wi and the landlord just gave hime an eviction notice after 25yrs of living there because the owner said he wants to renovate just his apartment
Hello ****, it's crucial to know if your friend has a lease or if he is renting month-to-month. In Wisconsin, laws regarding eviction due to renovation are:
- Landlords must give a *-day notice for month-to-month tenants.
- For lease tenants, landlords can't evict before lease end.
Does your friend have a lease agreement?
Month to month
Hello ****, in Wisconsin, landlords are required to give a *-day notice before eviction for month-to-month tenants. This means your friend should have received this notice before any eviction process could begin.
Shouldn't the owner provide him with another place?
Hello ****, while it would be considerate, Wisconsin law does not require landlords to provide alternative accommodation for tenants they evict. They are only required to give a *-day notice.
Can he fight this?
Absolutely, ****! Your friend may try to negotiate with the landlord or seek legal assistance. For the latter, he could contact a local tenant union or housing authority in Milwaukee. They can provide more personalized advice.
Thanks
You're welcome, ****! If you or your friend have any more questions or need further information, feel free to ask. We're here to help.