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New York Late fee grace period

Last reviewed 2026-10-23

Is there a grace period before a late fee can be charged in New York?

No late fee may be charged unless rent remains unpaid 5 days after the due date.

Verified Source: N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 238-a(2) · last checked 2026-10-23

Related New York rules

Late fees

A late fee may be charged only if rent is more than 5 days late. It is capped at $50 or 5% of the monthly rent, whichever is less.

Verified Source: N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 238-a(2) · last checked 2026-10-23 · Full New York late fees page

Eviction notice (nonpayment)

14 days' written notice demanding the rent or possession before a nonpayment proceeding. It must include the good cause eviction law notice (RPL § 231-c).

Verified Source: N.Y. RPAPL § 711(2) · last checked 2026-10-23 · Full New York eviction notice (nonpayment) page

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