15-17 University, LLC v. Lucas

The plaintiff, 15-17 University Road, LLC (“University”), brought this summary action against Jennifer Lucas (“Lucas”) because it wanted to convert her rental unit into a condominium. Pursuant to statute, University notified Lucas that she must vacate the premises at the expiration of one year, but that her tenancy could be extended for up two years if she qualified as a ‘low or moderate income tenant.”1 Lucas, a full-time law student, advised University of her intention to remain as a tenant for the full two-year period on the basis of what she claimed was her low or moderate-income status.2…