Question 1

Oak Grove Residences,Inc.,owns apartment buildings.Pedro leases one of Oak Grove's apartments.Pedro's transfer of his interest in the lease to Quito for a period shorter than the lease term is
A)an assignment.
B)an eviction.
C)a right of entry.
D)a sublease.

Accepted Answer

Pedro transferring his interest in the lease to Quito for a period shorter than the lease term is considered a sublease. This means that Pedro is essentially renting the apartment to Quito for a period of time while still remaining responsible for the lease with Oak Grove.

Question 2

Xavier owns a duplex that he leases to Yvon and Zack.Xavier may sell
A)the duplex at any time.
B)the duplex,but only after the lease expires and the tenants move out.
C)the duplex,but only with the tenants' permission.
D)the lease,but not the duplex.

Accepted Answer

As the owner of the duplex, Xavier has the right to sell the property at any time regardless of whether there are tenants currently occupying the space. However, the sale may affect the tenant's leases and the new owner will have to honor the terms of the lease agreement until it expires.

Question 3

Andy leases to Burgertown Franchise Corporation a 10,000 square-foot building under a written lease with a twenty-year term,rent payable annually.The lease includes a clause stating that Burgertown is responsible for making all necessary repairs,including rebuilding the structure after its destruction by any cause beyond Andy's control.The lease does not include a clause concerning its assignment.One day after the tenth rental payment,Burgertown,without Andy's knowledge or consent,assigns its interest in the lease to Chicken Hut Restaurants,Inc.Meanwhile,Andy dies and Dotty inherits Andy's interest in the building.Without the knowledge or consent of either Burgertown or Chicken Hut,Dotty sells the building to Earnest Investments,Inc.The next month,the building is destroyed in the flood of a nearby river.Burgertown rebuilds it and files a suit against Earnest for the expense.Earnest responds that the lease has terminated.Is Earnest correct If so,when did the lease terminate If not,is Earnest liable for the cost of rebuilding the structure Why or why not

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

Dora leases a house from Evan for a two-year term.To ensure the validity of their lease,it should include
A)a description of the premises.
B)a due date for the payment of the property taxes.
C)a requirement that Dora perform structural repairs to the house.
D)a requirement that Evan carry liability insurance.

Accepted Answer

A description of the premises is a necessary element of a valid lease agreement as it identifies the specific property being leased. Options B, C, and D are not typically included in a standard lease agreement and are not necessary for validity.

Question 5

Property Management Corporation (PMC)owns several apartment buildings in two states.Regarding standards for maintenance of the buildings,PMC should consult
A)the applicable city ordinances and state statutes.
B)the previous owners.
C)the long-term tenants.
D)the Uniform Landlords' Maintenance Manual.

Accepted Answer

The applicable city ordinances and state statutes provide legal guidelines for property maintenance that PMC must adhere to. These regulations cover a wide range of topics such as fire safety, plumbing, electrical, and structural requirements. Failing to comply with these standards can result in legal and financial consequences for PMC. It is essential for property managers to be familiar with the local and state regulations in order to maintain the buildings in a safe and livable condition. The previous owners or long-term tenants may not have the most up-to-date information on legal requirements, and the Uniform Landlords' Maintenance Manual is a comprehensive guide but may not reflect the specific regulations for the areas in which PMC operates.

Question 6

Jai owns an orchard behind Key's house and property.The only access to the orchard is Key's driveway,which Jai uses to get to her orchard.Jai sells the orchard to Laurentz.Can Laurentz use the right-of-way across Key's property

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

Sid rents an apartment from Town Properties,Inc.The lease,which ends on May 31,does not include an option for renewal,and Sid and Town do not discuss whether Sid can stay on at the end of the term.On June 1,Sid has
A)an implied option to renew the term.
B)a right to remain contingent on notice from Town.
C)a right to remain subject to notice to Town.
D)no right to remain.

Accepted Answer

Since there is no mention of renewal in the lease and no discussions took place between Sid and Town regarding staying on after the end of the lease term, Sid does not have any right to remain on the property after May 31. Therefore, the correct choice is D.

Question 8

Kasper,the owner of Lakeview Farm,and Milt,the tenant of the farmhouse on the property,may create a tenancy for years by
A)deed.
B)express contract.
C)implication.
D)sufferance.

Accepted Answer

A tenancy for years is created by an express contract, meaning that Kasper and Milt must come to a mutual agreement and express their intention to create such a tenancy. A deed does not necessarily create a tenancy for years, as it can be used to transfer ownership or other property rights. Implication and sufferance also do not relate to the creation of a tenancy for years.

Question 9

Happy Homes Construction Corporation wants to obtain a zoning variance for a part of its property.The variance must not
A)compromise the campaign promises of the zoning board members
B)include a burden that has a connection to the property.
C)result in a profit for its proponent.
D)substantially alter the essential character of the property.

Accepted Answer

The other options (A, B, and C) are incorrect because they involve factors that should not be considered when granting a zoning variance. Zoning variances should be granted based on whether the requested change will substantially alter the character of the property.

Question 10

Rafe signs a one-year lease with Suki to occupy an apartment in Lawrence,Kansas,near the University of Kansas.Rafe needs the apartment only for two semesters and may have to sublet it for the rest of the term.Rafe's tenancy is
A)a periodic tenancy.
B)a tenancy at will.
C)a tenancy at sufferance.
D)a tenancy for years.

Accepted Answer

Rafe has signed a lease for a specific duration of one year, which makes it a tenancy for years. Even though Rafe might sublet the apartment for the rest of the term, his lease agreement with Suki is for a fixed period of one year.

Question 11

Rita believes that Shady Grove Apartments,Inc.,her landlord,has violated the law in a way that entitles her to withhold the rent.This remedy is generally associated with
A)breach of the covenant of quiet enjoyment.
B)breach of the implied warranty of habitability.
C)discrimination.
D)failure to provide security against crimes in com?mon areas.

Accepted Answer

Withholding rent is a remedy generally associated with a breach of the implied warranty of habitability. This warranty requires landlords to provide safe, sanitary, and livable housing to their tenants. If a landlord fails to meet these requirements, a tenant may withhold rent until the necessary repairs are made.

Question 12

Jamal signs a lease with Kelvin to occupy a house on Leech Lake in Minnesota for the summer.Jamal's tenancy is
A)a fixed-term tenancy.
B)a periodic tenancy.
C)a restrictive covenant.
D)a tenancy at will.

Accepted Answer

A fixed-term tenancy is a tenancy agreement that lasts for a specified period of time, which is agreed upon by both the landlord and the tenant. In this case, Jamal signed a lease to occupy the house for the summer, which suggests a fixed-term tenancy. Option B, a periodic tenancy, would involve Jamal occupying the property on a rolling basis with no fixed end date. Option C, a restrictive covenant, restricts what Jamal can and cannot do on the property. Option D, a tenancy at will, is a type of tenancy that can be terminated at any time by either party without notice.

Quiz 22: Real Property and Land-Use Control

Oak Grove Residences,Inc.,owns apartment buildings.Pedro leases one of Oak Grove's apartments.Pedro's transfer of his interest in the lease to Quito for a period shorter than the lease term is

Xavier owns a duplex that he leases to Yvon and Zack.Xavier may sell

Dora leases a house from Evan for a two-year term.To ensure the validity of their lease,it should include

Property Management Corporation (PMC) owns several apartment buildings in two states.Regarding standards for maintenance of the buildings,PMC should consult

Jai owns an orchard behind Key's house and property.The only access to the orchard is Key's driveway,which Jai uses to get to her orchard.Jai sells the orchard to Laurentz.Can Laurentz use the right-of-way across Key's property

Sid rents an apartment from Town Properties,Inc.The lease,which ends on May 31,does not include an option for renewal,and Sid and Town do not discuss whether Sid can stay on at the end of the term.On June 1,Sid has

Kasper,the owner of Lakeview Farm,and Milt,the tenant of the farmhouse on the property,may create a tenancy for years by

Happy Homes Construction Corporation wants to obtain a zoning variance for a part of its property.The variance must not

Rafe signs a one-year lease with Suki to occupy an apartment in Lawrence,Kansas,near the University of Kansas.Rafe needs the apartment only for two semesters and may have to sublet it for the rest of the term.Rafe's tenancy is

Rita believes that Shady Grove Apartments,Inc.,her landlord,has violated the law in a way that entitles her to withhold the rent.This remedy is generally associated with

Jamal signs a lease with Kelvin to occupy a house on Leech Lake in Minnesota for the summer.Jamal's tenancy is