NYS/NYC 14-Day and 30-Day Notice of Termination for Non-Payment of Rent

About the Eviction Process in NYS & NYC

The laws governing eviction in the state of New York vary depending on whether the rental property is located within New York City or outside the city, as well as whether the property is covered by any state or local rent regulations. This brief description provides information on the eviction process in New York and the grounds for eviction due to non-payment of rent, including the necessary legal procedures.

A tenant can be evicted in New York for a variety of reasons, including non-payment. For an eviction to be considered legal, a landlord must first obtain a judgment from a court allowing the eviction to proceed. Before filing an eviction lawsuit with the court, the landlord must provide the tenant with proper notice.

For non-payment of rent of a rental unit located in NYS but outside of NYC, a landlord must give the tenant a 14-day notice or demand for rent, which states that the tenant has 14 days to pay the rent or vacate the rental unit. If the tenant fails to do so, the landlord may proceed with eviction proceedings. (N.Y. Real Prop. Acts § 711(2))

For non-payment of rent of a rental unit located in NYC, a landlord must give the tenant a 30-day notice or demand for rent, which states that the tenant has 30 days to pay the rent or vacate the rental unit. If the tenant fails to do so, the landlord may proceed with eviction proceedings. (New York City Rent Stabilization Code)

In order to initiate the eviction process, the landlord must submit a petition to the district or housing court within the county where the rental property is situated. The court will schedule a hearing before a judge, where the landlord and the tenant can present their respective cases. The court will inform the tenant of the hearing date and time. The tenant must attend the hearing if they wish to contest the eviction. After hearing both parties, the judge will make a final determination regarding the eviction.

About the NYS/NYC Notice of Termination FormThe process of terminating a residential lease in New York is governed by the Real Property Law of New York state. In the event of non-payment of rent, a landlord in NYS must provide a notice of termination under Section 711(2) of the Real Property Law.  In NYC, the notice must be provided in accordance with the New York City Rent Stabilization Code. The notice must be in writing and must be hand-delivered or sent by certified mail, return receipt requested. It must include the date of the notice, the specific reason for termination (i.e., non-payment of rent), and the date by which the tenant must vacate the property, among other requirements. In New York City, the notice must include additional specific language required under NYC's laws and regulations.

Failure to provide proper notice can result in an illegal eviction by the landlord, leading to costly delays, civil penalties and criminal charges against the landlord.

PublicLegal's legal notice forms for terminating a residential lease in NYS and NYC are specifically tailored to comply with the laws and regulations of each jurisdiction. The forms are available for instant download in standard, unlocked Microsoft Word format, making it easy for the landlord to use and customize to its specific needs.

As a landlord, it is crucial to provide proper notice when ending a tenancy, as failure to do so can result in complicated and damaging consequences. Our form includes all the necessary language and information required by the Real Property Law and the New York City Rent Stabilization Code, including the date of the notice, the specific reason for termination (i.e., non-payment of rent), and the date and time by which the tenant is required to vacate the property.

In addition, PublicLegal's staff regularly reviews our notice forms to ensure they are current with any changes in the law, so you can be certain that you are using the most up-to-date version. This form set includes a separate notice form for NYS and NYC.

Do not risk your notice being rejected by the court because of non-compliance. Trust us to provide you with the legal form you need to terminate a tenancy for non-payment of rent promptly and effectively.