Atlanta, GA asked in Landlord - Tenant for Georgia

Q: I live in a home in the state of GA that has recently been condemned by the county. As the tenant of this home and in no

WY able to vacate immediately, am I entitled to compensation for moving expenses as per Ga. Code 22-1-13? Thank you for your time.

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James Clifton
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James Clifton
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  • Landlord Tenant Lawyer
  • Fayetteville, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: It depends on what you mean by condemn. If the property has been condemned because it is deemed a hazard to the community, your compensation would likely have to come from the landlord. If the property is being taken by the county through a condemnation proceeding where the county takes the property and compensates the owner and tenants, you would be entitled to compensation from the county for terminating your leasehold interest.

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