By Helene Lesel
Q: Our band sometimes uses my apartment for practice. Now the landlady has handed me a "Notice to Perform Covenant," which is giving me three days to stop disturbing others. Can she interfere with our music?A: Unplug your guitar and read the notice carefully. Also known as a "Three-Day Notice" this humble piece of paper is the first legal step landlords may take in order to evict you legally. It does not allow her to actually throw you out in three days, but instead is notice to "cure or quit" whatever you are doing in three days. The notice should detail what you are doing that is violating your rental agreement, and give details on complying or facing the next step, which is usually a formal eviction notice.
In this case, playing music that disturbs other residents is probably considered a violation of your lease. Don't miss a beat on this situation - stop the music and find somewhere more appropriate to showcase your talent.
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