New York Eviction Notice Overview
New York does not use a 7-day eviction notice. Under Real Property Actions and Proceedings Law (RPAPL) Section 711(2), landlords must give a 14-day notice to pay rent or quit for non-payment. This was increased from 3 days to 14 days by the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019 (HSTPA). New York City has additional protections including a right to counsel.
New York has some of the strongest tenant protections in the country. The 2019 HSTPA dramatically reformed eviction law statewide. New York City evictions are heard in Housing Court, while cases outside NYC go to City Court, District Court, or Justice Court. New York City's right-to-counsel program provides free attorneys for qualifying tenants. Rent stabilization affects approximately 1 million apartments in NYC. The state has 62 counties, and NYC's five boroughs handle the vast majority of eviction filings.
14 Days
Notice period
$45 - $95
Filing fee
NY Code
Governing law
City/District
Court level
Why New York Uses 14 Days, Not 7
Important: New York Requires a 14-Day Notice Since 2019
The HSTPA of 2019 extended New York's non-payment notice from 3 days to 14 days statewide. NYC tenants have additional protections including just-cause eviction (for some tenants), right to counsel, and rent stabilization. Using a 7-day notice would be insufficient in New York.
New York Notice Periods at a Glance
- 14-Day Notice — Non-Payment (RPAPL 711(2)): Tenant has 14 days to pay all rent owed (changed from 3 days in 2019)
- 30-Day Notice — Holdover (RPL 232-a): 30 days notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy
- 30/60/90-Day Notice — Non-Renewal (RPL 226-c): 30 days if tenancy is under 1 year, 60 days if 1-2 years, and 90 days if over 2 years
- 10-Day Notice — Objectionable Conduct: For nuisance or illegal activity on the premises
New York Notice Requirements
New York courts require that eviction notices meet specific content and format standards. An incomplete or incorrectly timed notice will result in dismissal of the eviction case.
Required Notice Content
- Property Address: Full address including unit number, city, and zip code
- Tenant Names: All tenants named on the lease or rental agreement
- Amount Owed or Violation: Exact dollar amount of rent due, or specific description of the lease violation
- Correct Notice Period: 14 days for non-payment as required by New York law
- Consequence Statement: That eviction proceedings will be filed if the tenant does not cure or vacate
- Landlord Information: Name and contact information of the landlord or property manager
How to Serve an Eviction Notice in New York
New York law provides specific methods for serving eviction notices. Proper service and documentation are essential for the court filing.
Personal Service
Hand-deliver to the tenant in person. Most reliable method.
Substituted Service
Leave with a person of suitable age at the premises and mail a copy.
Conspicuous Place Service
Affix to the door and mail by registered or certified mail if personal/substitute service fails.
Document Service
Prepare an affidavit of service. NY courts strictly require proper service documentation. NYC Housing Court is particularly strict.
New York Eviction Timeline
The New York eviction process follows a specific timeline from notice through court proceedings to enforcement.
Serve 14-day notice to pay rent or quit per RPAPL 711(2)
File nonpayment petition in Housing Court (NYC) or City/District Court
Court issues notice of petition and petition; tenant served at least 5-12 days before hearing
Hearing date; if tenant has counsel (NYC), adjournments are common
If landlord prevails, warrant of eviction issued; marshal/sheriff enforces after 14-day stay
New York evictions are among the slowest in the country. NYC cases can take 3-6 months uncontested and 6-12 months contested. Outside NYC, cases take 6-12 weeks uncontested. NYC's right to counsel program, court backlogs, and mandatory adjournments all extend timelines. The 14-day stay on execution after judgment provides additional time.
New York Eviction Fees & Costs
Below are the typical costs for an eviction proceeding in New York Housing Court (NYC) or City/District Court. Actual fees may vary by county.
| Fee / Cost | Typical Amount |
|---|---|
| Court Filing Fee | $45 - $95 |
| Service of Process | $40 - $100 |
| Marshal/Sheriff Fee | $140 - $250 |
| Attorney Fees (optional) | $2,000 - $7,000 |
| Appeal Filing Fee | $300 - $500 |
Sample New York Eviction Notice
Below is a preview of a New York-compliant eviction notice that meets the requirements of RPAPL 711(2).
14-DAY NOTICE TO PAY RENT OR QUIT
STATE OF NEW YORK
Pursuant to RPAPL 711(2)
LANDLORD:
Name: [Full Legal Name]
Address: [New York Address]
TENANT(S):
Name(s): [All Tenant Names]
Rental Address: [Full Property Address]
NOTICE:
You have FOURTEEN (14) DAYS from service to pay $[Amount] in full or quit the premises.
NEW YORK COMPLIANCE NOTE
NY requires 14 days notice for non-payment since 2019 (RPAPL 711(2)). NYC has additional protections including right to counsel and rent stabilization. Not 7 days.