I was wondering if anyone could shed some light on this clause that is attached to my lease in a rider:
"Tenant must obtain certification from the appropriate New York City Agency of the status as Artist in Residence in accordance with all applicable statutes, rules and regulations. In the event the Tenant fails to obtain said certification this lease shall be null and void ab initio and of no further force and effect."
My fiance signed the lease here, and was told that the clause really meant that artists had a right of first refusal on the property, and that if an artist demanded the property, we'd have to leave. Should an artist do this, we'd be refunded all rents paid.
This seems... very sketchy to me. Can someone give me details regarding this?
Thanks.
Jonathan