Roommate Resource Center

My roommate is not following the conditions of the lease. Can I evict my roommate?

I am considering moving in with a roommate for the first time. What kinds of questions and concerns should my prospective roommate and I discuss prior to moving in together?

My roommate is not following the conditions of the lease. Can I evict my roommate?
Roommates cannot evict each other. Only the landlord can evict tenants. Eviction is a legal process that must go through the courts. "Self-help" evictions, such as locking out roommates, etc, are not permissible. [back to top]

I am considering moving in with a roommate for the first time. What kinds of questions and concerns should my prospective roommate and I discuss prior to moving in together?
See Suggestions for avoiding roommate disputes. [back to top]

 
LINKS:
Frequently asked Questions about landlord/tenant relationships
Landlord/tenant handbook (en espanol)
Suggestions for Avoiding Roommate Disputes 
Sample roommate agreement
Sample letter to suggest mediation

Last Updated on Wednesday, 15 August 2012 22:09