Non-Primary Use Termination of Lease--options as roommat

[pattonb]

I just moved into an apartment as a roommate -- no lease but a verbal agreement w/ the lease holder I would have the opportunity to sub-lease the entire apartment in early February. I believe it is a rent-stabilized apartment because I just received a "Notice of Termination of Tenancy Based Upon Non-Primary Residence" from the LL and my roommate spends a lot of time out-of-town w/ his relatives. The LL's attorney gave reasons believing to have sufficient proof of "non-primary" use and requested the property be vacated within 45 days or they would commence action to recover possession of the apartment.

What are my options? I do not want to move since I just moved in and paid movers, changed addresses on bills, and am extremely busy with work/school. Is there anyway I can stay? Any way to stall the process at least until June when school is over?

What should I do next? Can I assume the lease? I welcome any suggestions I may be able to use cuz I'm a little panicked.

Thank you.

<small>[ January 20, 2004, 02:45 PM: Message edited by: 4peteSake ]</small>