New York · Eviction & Just Cause

Eviction & Just Cause requirements in New York

Standardizes notice periods (30/60/90 days based on tenancy length), eliminates "pay-or-quit" timing tricks, and limits late fees and security deposits statewide.

State L. 2019, ch. 36 (HSTPA) Effective 6/14/2019

NY Statewide Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act

Summary

Standardizes notice periods (30/60/90 days based on tenancy length), eliminates "pay-or-quit" timing tricks, and limits late fees and security deposits statewide.

Details

Notice period: 30 days for tenancies <1yr, 60 days for 1–2yr, 90 days for >2yr.

Penalties & Enforcement

Eviction action dismissed for non-compliance.

Enforced by: Housing Court

Source

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2019/s6458