Navigate New York's new statewide Good Cause Eviction law with expert compliance review and document preparation
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In April 2024, New York enacted statewide Good Cause Eviction protections that fundamentally changed eviction law across the state.
The law requires landlords to prove "good cause" to evict tenants or refuse lease renewals, limits rent increases to 3% or 1.5x CPI (whichever is higher), and mandates extensive notice and documentation requirements. Non-compliance results in automatic case dismissal and potential attorney fee awards to tenants.
Good Cause violations result in immediate dismissal. Let us review your case for compliance before you file.
The law defines specific grounds that justify eviction
Tenant fails to pay rent owed (traditional nonpayment case). Still requires proper rent demand notice.
Tenant breaches lease terms after proper Notice to Cure. Violation must be substantial and documented.
Owner or immediate family needs unit for primary residence. Requires sworn affidavit and good-faith intent.
Permanent removal from rental use (sale, demolition, substantial renovation). Requires permits and proof.
Tenant engages in illegal use or activity. Must have documentation (police reports, court records).
Tenant rejects lease renewal with rent increase within legal limits and reasonable terms.
The law caps annual rent increases at the lesser of 3% or 1.5 times the CPI (Consumer Price Index) for the region. Any increase above this threshold requires additional justification.
Important: If tenant refuses renewal with excessive rent increase, you cannot evict. The increase itself violates Good Cause.
Rent ledger, proof of rent increases within limits, compliance with rent demand notice requirements
Sworn owner affidavit, proof of immediate need, 90-day advance notice, good-faith intent evidence
Notice to Cure, documentation of violation, proof tenant didn't cure, evidence violation is material
Building permits, contractor estimates, architect plans, proof work requires vacancy, timeline
90-day notice, explanation of grounds, proof rent increase within limits, offer of renewal terms
Our experts review your case for Good Cause compliance and prepare all required documentation.
When: Required for owner use, renovation, lease non-renewal
Must Include: Specific good cause grounds, detailed explanation, supporting documentation
When: Required for most lease violations before holdover
Must Include: Description of violation, cure instructions, reasonable cure period
When: Required before nonpayment petition
Must Include: Exact rent owed, payment instructions, rent increase compliance
When: Non-curable violations (illegal activity, serious safety issues)
Must Include: Explanation why violation is non-curable, evidence of violation
Get expert compliance review before filing your eviction case. We ensure your documents meet all new requirements.