New York Tenant Rights Guide
Security deposits, eviction laws, rent control, and tenant protections in New York
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New York has the strongest tenant protections of any state. 2019 Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act. Security deposit capped at 1 month. Rent stabilization covers 1M+ NYC units.
Security Deposit Max
1 month's rent
Deposit Return
14 days
Entry Notice Required
Not required
Rent Control
Available
Just Cause Eviction
Required
Repair & Deduct
Not allowed
Detailed Protections
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Security Deposit Limit
1 month's rent (HSTPA 2019)
Strong Protection
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Deposit Return Period
14 days after move-out with itemization
Strong Protection
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Entry Notice Required
Reasonable notice required
Protection Exists
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Rent Control
Rent Stabilization covers ~1M NYC units. Statewide ETPA.
Strong Protection
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Repair & Deduct
Not explicitly allowed (use HP action instead)
Limited Protection
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Just Cause Eviction
Required for stabilized units; Good Cause for others (many cities)
Strong Protection
Last reviewed 2026. Laws change — verify with your state attorney general or a local tenant rights organization.
Common Questions
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