New York City landlord forms

New York City adds its own requirements on top of New York law. Where the two conflict, the local rule usually governs, so check both before you serve anything.

Local rules in force

  • NYC Rent Stabilization
  • Housing Maintenance Code
  • Just Cause Eviction
Pay or quit
14 days
Month-to-month
30 days
Rent increase notice
30 days
Max deposit
1 month
Deposit return
14 days
Local ordinance
Yes
New York City · NYLocal ordinance applies

New York rules that reach New York City.

  • 14-day notice for nonpayment
  • 90-day notice for 2+ year tenants
  • Strong rent stabilization in NYC
  • Very tenant-friendly state

Other New York cities

Serving a notice in New York City?

Generate it free, dated against NY rules. The paid plans keep the tenant details, write the receipts, and hold the copies you will want if this ends up contested.