New York Rent increase notice
How much notice does a landlord need to give to raise the rent in New York?
For a rent increase of 5% or more, or a non-renewal, the landlord must give written notice. The notice period depends on how long the tenant has lived there or the lease term: at least 30 days if under 1 year, 60 days for 1–2 years, and 90 days for 2 years or more.
Verified Source: N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 226-c(1)–(2) · last checked 2026-10-23
How this works in New York
For a New York rent increase of 5% or more, or a non-renewal, the landlord must give written notice. The notice period depends on how long the tenant has lived there or the lease term: at least 30 days if under 1 year, 60 days for 1-2 years, and 90 days for 2 years or more.
Worked example for New York
Example: You want to offer a renewal with a rent increase of 5% or more, to take effect on August 1, 2026. Written notice is required. If the tenant has lived there under 1 year, or the lease term is under 1 year, at least 30 days' notice is due by July 2, 2026. If that period is 1-2 years, at least 60 days' notice is due by June 2, 2026. If it is 2 years or more, at least 90 days' notice is due by May 3, 2026. The same written-notice periods apply to a non-renewal.
New York timelines and limits
| When written notice is required | A rent increase of 5% or more, or a non-renewal |
|---|---|
| Under 1 year | At least 30 days |
| 1-2 years | At least 60 days |
| 2 years or more | At least 90 days |
New York FAQ
When does a New York landlord have to give written notice of a rent increase?
For a rent increase of 5% or more, or a non-renewal, under N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 226-c.
How long does the notice have to be?
The notice period depends on how long the tenant has lived there or the lease term: at least 30 days if under 1 year, 60 days for 1-2 years, and 90 days for 2 years or more.
Does this also cover a non-renewal?
Yes. Written notice is required for a rent increase of 5% or more, or a non-renewal.
Sources for this section: N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 226-c(1)–(2) (checked 2026-10-23)
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