Tenant Utility Management Guidelines

Summary

In New York, landlords cannot shut off utilities like air conditioning to force out tenants, even if they havent paid rent. Essential services must be maintained until the tenant vacates. Violating this can lead to penalties. Detailed guidelines can be found on the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR) website under the Fact Sheets section, specifically Fact Sheet #3, Utilities Included in Rent. Always follow legal advice and consult with an attorney for eviction processes.

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Since you've already consulted with an attorney, it’s crucial to follow their advice closely. In New York, tenants have strong protections, and shutting off utilities can result in penalties for the landlord.
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Where can I find a detailed description of how I should treat evictee utilities?
In New York, detailed information about treating evictee utilities can be found in the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR) guidelines.
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In New York, landlords must maintain essential services like heat, hot water, and electricity, even for tenants facing eviction. Here's a quick summary of the DHCR guidelines:
- Maintain essential services until the tenant vacates.
- Do not use utility shut-offs as a form of eviction.
- Violations can result in fines or legal action.
Would you like more detailed information on these guidelines or any specific part of the eviction process?
Where on the DHCR website can I find detailed guidelines of tenant utilities?
You can find detailed guidelines on tenant utilities on the DHCR website under their "Fact Sheets" section.
Here’s a quick path:
*. Visit the DHCR website.
*. Navigate to "Publications."
*. Click on "Fact Sheets."
*. Look for Fact Sheet #*, "Utilities Included in Rent."
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