own a Co-op Do I have to get permission to move husband in (getting married) (subletting)

[haley44]

I inhertied a co-op from my grandparents many years ago,( I lived with them). Now im getting married and going to be changing my last name, can I move my husband into the co-op and we can live there, or would I need their permission? we want to live there until we decide to sell. i live in brooklyn ny. thankyou

[pureistheword]

check your lease, it should have language that allows family to live there.
Adding him to the stock and lease however would require approval of the board

[mathjak107]

is there a mortgage? adding anyone to the stock certificate but not to the mortgage even a spouse can be a bad move down the road if the marriage doesn't work out.

[Kefir King]

Of course you can move your husband in.

[Gumshoe Lady]

The answer is yes.

[Cida]

No, you don't need permission. Years ago I consulted with the city about related language on a lease, and was told that by law you're permitted to have someone move in with you.

However, since you presumably want to be a model resident, you will naturally write a letter to your Board to inform then. Then you'll have to decide if you want to append his name legally.

[Gumshoe Lady]

Originally Posted by Gumshoe Lady

The answer is yes.

To clarify -

Yes, you can move him into the apartment that you own. I would advise the Board and the super so that they know he belongs there.

[sirtiger]

Originally Posted by Cida

No, you don't need permission. Years ago I consulted with the city about related language on a lease, and was told that by law you're permitted to have someone move in with you.

However, since you presumably want to be a model resident, you will naturally write a letter to your Board to inform then. Then you'll have to decide if you want to append his name legally.

It always comes down to the bylaws of the co-op. Remember that you are a shareholder who owns shares and the co-op "lets you" reside there assuming you abide by those rules.

I use to live in a strict co-op...everyone who lives there must have their names added as a resident....even short term visitors. In my case, its usually the doorman who is very aware of who lives there & who doesn't. This helps minimize the subletting or having people who shouldn't be staying there

[Kefir King]

Originally Posted by Gumshoe Lady

To clarify -

Yes, you can move him into the apartment that you own. I would advise the Board and the super so that they know he belongs there.

After all, you wouldn't want him shot down in the lobby.

[Gumshoe Lady]

Originally Posted by Kefir King

After all, you wouldn't want him shot down in the lobby.

Exactly!