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New York notice to vacate / quit form

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

Download the New York notice to vacate / notice to quit form for ending a tenancy, demanding rent, or preserving the first step in the landlord-tenant notice process. This state-specific self-help product is ready for instant secure access and includes the files listed below.

  • editable Word format
  • Attorney-reviewed notice materials
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What you receive for New York

A practical landlord-tenant notice product built to document the tenant, rental property, notice date, reason for notice, response deadline, service details, and available supporting materials.

State-specific rental notice

Prepared for New York landlord-tenant notice documentation, with the state-specific files listed below.

Editable self-help files

Download the editable Word files, customize the notice on your own device, and keep a completed or served copy for your records.

Notice period and service focus

Use the notice to document the rental issue, deadline, delivery details, and next-step record before any further landlord-tenant action.

Included notice documents

This product includes the notice to vacate / quit files listed below. Use the editable Word files to customize the notice on your own device.

  • Notice of Termination — New York State Termination notice Word
  • Notice of Termination — New York City Termination notice Word

Self-help notice overview

Using a New York notice to vacate or notice to quit

A written notice to vacate or notice to quit helps document the landlord, tenant, rental property, reason for the notice, date served, response deadline, and the action required before the tenancy can be ended or the next landlord-tenant step can begin.

State law, lease terms, local rules, and the reason for notice can affect timing, wording, service method, cure rights, and what happens after the notice period expires. Review the state-specific page information and the completed notice carefully before serving it.

A notice is not a completed eviction judgment. If the tenant does not comply after proper notice, a landlord may still need to follow the state court process and any local filing or service requirements before possession can change.

About this New York notice form

This page highlights the current downloadable notice to vacate / quit product for New York, including the files included with this product. The state-specific guidance below explains important context, timing, service, and usage considerations before checkout.

New York notice requirements and usage notes

The complete notice form is available immediately after checkout. Use the state-specific guidance below to understand timing, service, and next-step considerations before you complete and serve the notice.

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Last reviewed June 14, 2026

ILRG editorial team reviewed the public guidance summary against the sources linked here.

Primary sources

Primary sources are linked for self-help research. Confirm current statewide, New York City, rent-regulation, and local court requirements before service.

Quick answer

Use the New York notice materials when rent remains unpaid and you need a written predicate notice before a non-payment proceeding. Confirm whether the property is inside New York City and whether local or rent-regulation rules affect the notice.

Core statewide rule Written 14-day rent demand before non-payment proceeding
Main use Non-payment of rent
Location issue New York City and non-NYC court forms/procedures differ
Important point Rent regulation and local rules can affect the process

Before you use this notice

  • Confirm whether the rental property is in New York City or elsewhere in New York State.
  • Use a written rent demand that matches the property location, rent status, and product materials.
  • Review the lease and any rent-regulation or local requirements before service.
  • Complete the months, rent amounts, tenant, property, and deadline information accurately.
  • Keep proof of service and a copy of the exact notice served.

New York State vs. New York City

New York Courts publish separate landlord-tenant form resources for non-payment cases inside and outside New York City. Use the document that matches the property location and court context.

RPAPL § 711(2) describes a written demand requiring payment of rent or possession of the premises at least fourteen days before a non-payment proceeding. RPAPL § 735 addresses service of predicate notices.

What the notice does

  • Documents the rent issue and notice demand.
  • Gives the tenant the required response period for the selected notice type.
  • Creates a record that may be needed before a later non-payment proceeding.
  • Does not itself remove the tenant or replace court process.

What happens after service

If the tenant does not resolve the unpaid rent issue after proper notice, the landlord may need to use the New York court process. Keep the served notice and proof of service available.

State-specific caution

New York has especially location-sensitive and regulation-sensitive landlord-tenant rules. Confirm the property location and any rent-regulated status before use.

Read the detailed state notes
14-Day Notice of Termination for Non-Payment of Rent for NYS
and
30-Day Notice of Termination for Non-Payment of Rent for NYC
(Including: Burroughs of Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island)

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 Form

The 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About New York Notice to Vacate Forms

Yes. This product is the New York notice to vacate / notice to quit page, and the downloadable files shown on this page are New York-specific.

The included notice documents are listed on this page, with format badges showing whether the state-specific files are Word, PDF, or another downloadable format.

Where Word format is included, you can edit the notice on your own device before serving it. PDF files are included where available for print-ready review, completion, or form-fillable use.

These notices are commonly used before ending a tenancy or starting the eviction process, especially for non-payment of rent, lease termination, or other landlord-tenant notice situations. The proper notice period and delivery method can vary by state and lease terms.

No. A notice is typically an early step before any court eviction filing. If the tenant does not comply after proper notice, the landlord may still need to follow the state court eviction process and local service requirements.

No. ILRG provides self-help legal forms and information, not legal advice. You are responsible for reviewing the completed notice, lease terms, state law, and local court requirements before serving or relying on it.

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