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New York Rent Increase Notice Template

Create a New York rent increase notice online. The Standard notice states the current and new rent, the increase amount and percentage, the effective date and notice period, how fixed-term leases are treated, the tenant's options, and New York rent increase rules.

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New York rules built into this template

  • New York law: If the increase is 5% or more, New York requires written notice at least 30 days before it takes effect if the tenant has lived in the unit (or had a lease) for less than one year, 60 days for one to two years, and 90 days for two years or more; without timely notice, the current rent continues until the required notice period has run (N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 226-c). Rent-stabilized and rent-controlled units are limited to the increases set by the Rent Guidelines Board or the state housing agency. In New York City and localities that have adopted the Good Cause Eviction law, an increase above 5% plus inflation, or 10%, whichever is lower, may be presumed unreasonable for covered units (N.Y. Real Prop. Law art. 6-A).
  • Fixed-term leases: during a fixed-term lease, rent generally cannot be raised until the term ends unless the lease allows it.

What the Rent Increase Notice includes

  1. Rent Increase
  2. Notice Period
  3. Fixed-Term Leases
  4. Other Terms Unchanged
  5. Tenant's Options
  6. State Law
  7. Service of Notice
  8. Governing Law

Frequently asked questions

How much notice is required for a rent increase in New York?
If the increase is 5% or more, New York requires written notice at least 30 days before it takes effect if the tenant has lived in the unit (or had a lease) for less than one year, 60 days for one to two years, and 90 days for two years or more; without timely notice, the current rent continues until the required notice period has run (N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 226-c). Rent-stabilized and rent-controlled units are limited to the increases set by the Rent Guidelines Board or the state housing agency. In New York City and localities that have adopted the Good Cause Eviction law, an increase above 5% plus inflation, or 10%, whichever is lower, may be presumed unreasonable for covered units (N.Y. Real Prop. Law art. 6-A).
Can a landlord raise rent in the middle of a lease?
Generally no. During a fixed-term lease the rent can change only if the lease allows it. For a month-to-month tenancy, the landlord can raise rent with the advance written notice the law requires.
What is the difference between the Standard and Professional Rent Increase Notice?
The Standard edition is a complete, state-aware Rent Increase Notice for common situations. The Professional edition adds longer clause coverage, schedules, and optional modules for more complex matters. You can preview either edition free before you pay.

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