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Question: Our landlord has decided to upgrade/renovate all apartments and says we have to move into another apartment either temporarily or permanently (our choice). This will cause inconvenience, time, energy, and money since some of us will need help moving furniture. Must they pay moving expenses, move our belongings for us, or compensate in any way? Can we terminate our lease (mine is up in a couple of months) because we are forced to move all of our belongings out? I'm thinking if I have to move everything out anyway, that perhaps I should just move altogether. The apartments are in good shape.... nothing wrong with them. What are my rights? How much notice do they have to give us? Btw.... I have housing assistance. Thank you

Answer: This is a complex situation and you justifiably have many questions. You should speak with an attorney who can help you to determine what your and your landlord’s rights and obligations are. There are links to free and low-cost legal services on this website (at http://www.azlawhelp.org/accessToJustice).