Q: The city of Warwick Rhode Island has just told me that my apartment is illegal I have 30 days to move what are my rights
My landlord knowingly rented this apartment knowing that it was illegal I asked several times and was told by her that if any inspectors ever came I was to tell them it was a break room for her business next door. Now I have 30 days to move because the city has stated the structure which is a transform the garage is not a residence I guess my question is is she responsible for helping me with moving costs and am I responsible for giving her money for rent I have tried to speak to the landlord and her only response to me is a well don't panic
A: The terms of your lease will be very important in evaluating your rights. If you can't resolve the situation with your landlord, consider meeting with and retaining an attorney to assist you.
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