Lorieo v. Walker

On May 20,1953, tenant moved into the living space, possession of which landlord seeks the recovery in this summary proceeding. Tenant agreed to pay and did pay $85 per month therefor until January, 1954. She counterclaims for overcharges, treble damages, a counsel fee and other relief.

Although the premises in which the subject living space was, were vacant when landlord took title on May 15, 1953, it is undenied and the testimony shows that at the time of the letting and at all times thereafter landlord treated the premises as housing accommodations consisting of some seven units, a de facto…