Seniors' Right to Break a Lease

Subject: Seniors' Right to Break a Lease

Question: What are the rights of seniors to break a lease under specific circumstances?

Answer: A person age 62 or older may break a lease on thirty days' notice to enter a nursing home, subsidized housing, assisted living, or the home of a relative, if a doctor certifies that the move is medically necessary. When writing to your landlord, you should refer to Real Property Section 227-A.

When writing to your landlord regarding breaking the lease, use the following template:

[Your Name]

[Your Address]

[City, State, Zip Code]

[Email Address]

[Phone Number]

[Date]

[Landlord's Name]

[Landlord's Address]

[City, State, Zip Code]

Dear [Landlord's Name],

I am writing to formally notify you of my intention to terminate my lease at [Your Address] effective [30 days from the date of the letter], due to a medical necessity that requires me to move to [nursing home/subsidized housing/assisted living/home of a relative].

As per Real Property Section 227-A, a tenant who is 62 years of age or older is entitled to break a lease with thirty days' notice when moving into a suitable living arrangement, provided there is a doctor's certification confirming the medical necessity of this move. Enclosed, you will find this certification from my physician.

Please let me know how you would like to proceed with the return of my security deposit and any other necessary steps to finalize this process.

Thank you for your understanding.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

[Your Signature] (if sending a hard copy)

Resources:

1. Local Housing Authority (https://www.hud.gov/states - for understanding local housing laws.

2. National Association of Realtors (https://www.nar.realtor/- for detailed information on real estate practices.

3. Legal Aid Society (https://www.legalaid.org/ - for legal assistance and guidance.

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