I recently agreed to a "Stipulation of Settlement" at NY Civil Court where I agreed to pay back rent on a monthly basis for the next 3 months (Feb, March, April) in addition to my monthly rent until I get caught up with my rent. It was signed by a judge and I intend to stick by my agreement to avoid being evicted.
I have lived in this building for 6 years and have been given 1 year leases every year. My lease is now coming up for renewal ending February 28 and the landlord has refused to renew my lease.
I received a letter from the Landlord stating -------
Re: Notice to Vacate
Dear Tenant:
Please be aware that your lease is due to expire on February 28, 2010.
We allow that you remain month to month for March, April and May 2010 abiding by the terms of your Stipulation as follows:
You are to pay $5000 on or before February 1, 2010, $5,000 on or before March 1, 2010, and $5000 on or before April 1, 2010 in addition to the current rent for each month.
We ask that you kindly vacate the premises by May 31, 2010.
Please coordinate the details of your move out with the superintendent.
Thank you.
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I was looking through my lease agreement and there is a last page Rider attached "This Apartment Is Not Subject to Rent Stabilized Guidelines" which I signed.
I don't understand why I would go through all of the trouble to agree to a Stipulation for a payment schedule only to have to vacate after I am paid up. I was wondering what rights I have, since I would like to renew my lease and intend to stick to the agreed payment schedule.
Please advise.
Thank you!