NYC Housing Court Glossary
Licensee
Plain EnglishSomeone with permission to stay — but no formal tenancy rights
Legal Definition
A person who has permission to occupy a space but has no lease or tenancy rights. When a licensee overstays, the property owner must file an ejectment or licensee holdover proceeding.
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Practical Tip
If you've been told you're a 'licensee,' your rights are different from a tenant's. Get legal advice quickly.
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