Suffolk New York Tenant's Subordination (General — to a Lease/Easement) refers to a legal agreement between a tenant and a landlord or property owner, where the tenant agrees to subordinate their lease or easement rights to the rights of another interested party. This subordination allows the interested party, such as a lender or a buyer, to prioritize their rights over the tenant's rights in case of default or foreclosure. In Suffolk New York, there are two primary types of Tenant's Subordination: 1. Lease Subordination: This type of subordination occurs when a tenant agrees to subordinate their lease rights to a lender or a buyer's rights. It typically applies when the property is being mortgaged or sold, and the lender or buyer requires priority over the tenant's lease agreement. By subordinating their lease, the tenant acknowledges that any future lease termination or eviction would not be a direct result of the lender or buyer taking over the property. 2. Easement Subordination: Easement subordination happens when a tenant agrees to subordinate their easement rights to another interested party's rights. An easement grants a non-possessory right to use someone else's property for a specific purpose, such as access or utilities. If a new easement is required, or if an existing easement needs modification, the tenant may need to subordinate their easement rights to allow such changes or additions. When entering into a Suffolk New York Tenant's Subordination agreement, several clauses and terms are typically included: a. Notice Provision: The agreement specifies how and when notice should be given to the tenant if the subordination is triggered, such as through foreclosure or sale proceedings. b. Non-Disturbance Clause: This clause ensures that the tenant's rights will not be interfered with by the interested party, as long as the tenant is not in default under their lease. c. Attornment Clause: In this clause, the tenant agrees to recognize a new owner or lender as their landlord if the property is transferred or foreclosed upon. The tenant promises to pay rent and fulfill their obligations to the new owner or lender as they did with the previous landlord. It is important for both tenants and landlords to fully understand the implications and legalities of Suffolk New York Tenant's Subordination (General — to a Lease/Easement). Seeking legal advice and conducting due diligence before entering into any subordination agreement is highly recommended protecting the interests of all parties involved.