New York · Rent increase notice

New York rent increase notice

New York landlords must give at least 30 days’ notice before raising the rent on a month-to-month tenancy. There’s no statewide rent control.

The rule

Notice, month-to-month
30 days
Statewide rent control
No
Notice
For increases of 5% or more: 30 days if occupied under 1 year, 60 days for 1–2 years, 90 days for 2+ years (or matching lease length).
Rent control
No statewide cap. Rent stabilization and control apply in NYC and ETPA localities (increases set by local Rent Guidelines Boards). The Good Cause Eviction Law (RPL Art. 6-A) adds limits in NYC and opt-in localities.

Law: N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 226-c

Last reviewed September 30, 2026

Not legal advice. Statutes change; check the linked section.