10Doors Templates Rent Increase Notice — New York

Free Rent Increase Notice Template for New York Landlords

Raising rent in New York requires proper written notice. For most month-to-month tenancies in New York, landlords should give at least 30 days for tenancies under 1 year; 60 days for 1–2 years; 90 days for 2+ years of written notice before the new rent takes effect. Use the free New York rent increase notice template below — fill in the blanks, deliver it the way your lease and state law require, and keep a copy for your records.

Required notice30 days for tenancies under 1 year; 60 days for 1–2 years; 90 days for 2+ years
Applies toMonth-to-month and other periodic tenancies — fixed-term leases can only be raised at renewal unless the lease says otherwise
DeliveryWritten notice; certified mail or personal delivery with a witness is recommended
Rent controlRent-stabilized units in NYC and other ETPA localities follow separate rules.

The New York template

NOTICE OF RENT INCREASE

Date: ____________________

To: __________________________________ (tenant name(s))
Re: __________________________________ (rental property address, unit)

Dear Tenant,

This letter is formal notice that the monthly rent for the above property will increase from $____________ to $____________, effective ____________________ (the first day of the rental period beginning at least 30 days for tenancies under 1 year; 60 days for 1–2 years; 90 days for 2+ years from the date of this notice, or as required by your lease).

All other terms of your lease remain unchanged.

If you have questions, contact me at __________________________________.


_____________________________          ____________________
Landlord / Agent signature                    Date

Tip: copy the text above into your editor, fill in the blanks, and print or save as PDF before delivering.

How to use it in New York

  1. Check your lease first — many New York leases set their own notice period, which controls if it’s longer than the statutory minimum.
  2. Count the notice window carefully: the increase takes effect on the first day of a rental period after the required 30 days for tenancies under 1 year; 60 days for 1–2 years; 90 days for 2+ years has passed.
  3. Deliver the notice in a way you can prove — certified mail, hand delivery with a witness, or any method your lease specifies.
  4. If the tenant stays past the effective date and pays the new amount, the increase generally takes effect; if they object, you may need to renegotiate or begin the termination process the lease allows.

New York-specific notes

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Frequently asked questions

How much notice is required to raise rent in New York?

For most month-to-month tenancies in New York, at least 30 days for tenancies under 1 year; 60 days for 1–2 years; 90 days for 2+ years of written notice before the increase takes effect. Fixed-term leases can generally only be raised at renewal.

Is there a limit on how much rent can be raised in New York?

Rent-stabilized units in NYC and other ETPA localities follow separate rules.

Can I raise rent in the middle of a lease?

Only if the lease explicitly allows a mid-term increase. Otherwise, the increase takes effect at renewal.

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This template is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Landlord-tenant law changes and local ordinances may impose additional requirements — verify current state and local rules before serving any notice. Last reviewed September 2026.