Housing Authority v. Caldwell

FAST, J.S.C.

This was an action for the summary dispossession of defendant-tenant pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:18-61.1e, based upon an alleged substantial breach of lease. This opinion addresses the effect of a notice to quit with demand for possession that provided the tenant with a period to vacate which was shorter than the period required by N.J.S.A. 2A:18-61.2b. This opinion distinguishes cases with a notice with the proper period but terminating the tenancy other than on an anniversary date of the lease. I find a substantial difference, with a different conclusion. I also believe that this…