Aparicio v. Peñagarícano

On October 1, 1942, the third story of house No. 351 at Salvador Brau Street in San Juan was a dwelling unit of 11 bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, and bathroom, paying a rent of $65 per month. In 1955, this third story was made after the corresponding investment, into four separate dwelling units of different sizes, with their respective kitchens, bathrooms, and an additional stairway. They were leased for the sum of $40, $23, $30, and $90 per month.

The complaint of one of the tenants on the condition of the dwelling he occupied led to an investigation, and on February 19, 1960…