New York Residential Lease Agreement
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New York Legal Requirements
Key NY statutes and obligations that apply to your residential lease agreement.
Requirements
- Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act (HSTPA) 2019 — major tenant protections
- Security deposit: capped at 1 month's rent statewide (RPL § 227-e)
- 14 days' notice required to cure lease violations before eviction (non-payment: 14 days)
- Required: notice of rights under NYC Admin Code (if NYC property)
- Required: window guard notices for buildings with children under 10
Restrictions & Limits
- Rent Stabilization: applies to NYC apartments built before 1974 with 6+ units
- Rent Guidelines Board sets annual allowable increases for stabilized units
- Good cause eviction: NYC requires cause to terminate most tenancies
Notice Requirements
30 days' notice (tenant <1 year), 60 days (1-2 years), 90 days (2+ years)
Official Statute References
Primary New York statutes governing this document type.
New York Residential Lease Agreement FAQ
Common questions about residential lease agreements under New York law.
Is New York a landlord-friendly or tenant-friendly state?
New York, particularly New York City, is strongly tenant-friendly. The Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act (2019) significantly expanded tenant protections statewide, including security deposit caps, longer notice requirements, and stronger rent stabilization.
What is New York's security deposit limit?
Since 2019, New York's RPL § 227-e caps security deposits at one month's rent for all residential rentals statewide. This applies to both market-rate and rent-stabilized apartments.
What is rent stabilization in New York?
Rent stabilization applies to most NYC apartments built before 1974 with 6+ units. Landlords can only increase rent by the amount set annually by the NYC Rent Guidelines Board. Stabilized tenants have the right to renew their leases.
How long does eviction take in New York?
New York has one of the longest eviction processes in the US. From notice to final removal can take 3–12+ months, especially in NYC Housing Court. The HSTPA 2019 added additional notice periods and procedural requirements.
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