You are not being evicted you are being asked to vacate because owner is moving back in. As far as the plumbing problems you may want to look over the lease as sometimes it is your responsibility to do those repairs. If you have lived there more than a year most states require a 60 day notice.
Check your states law regarding this issue.
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