NYC Housing Court Glossary
Rent Demand
Plain EnglishThe landlord's written notice claiming you owe rent
Legal Definition
The predicate notice in a nonpayment case. The landlord must serve a written demand specifying the amount owed before filing in court.
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Practical Tip
If the demand is vague, inflated, or includes illegal fees, it may be defective. A defective rent demand can get the whole case dismissed.
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