Tampa, FL asked in Real Estate Law for Florida

Q: My lease was not renewed, but I have a medical issue.

I received a notice of non-renewal of my lease on a private home. The lease ends in 2 months.

The next day I was diagnosed with a foot injury and told by my doctor to stay off it for 2 months.

It is going to be real difficult to move when I have this injury, do I have legal options?

There is no other issue, I am current on the rent.

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2 Lawyer Answers
Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
Answered
  • Freeeport, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: No; the landlord doesn't have to renew the lease.

Barbara Billiot Stage agrees with this answer

A: You might try to negotiate an extension with the landlord, but they are not required to give you another two months and the landlord can definitely charge you a higher rent.

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