New York Notice to Vacate (2026)
New York notice to vacate: 30, 60 or 90 days depending on how long the tenant has lived there (RPL §226-c); good cause if the Good Cause Eviction Law applies. Personal delivery; or substituted/conspicuous-place service plus registered or certified AND first-class mail within one day (RPAPL §735).
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New York: key facts
- Notice to Vacate
- 30, 60 or 90 days depending on how long the tenant has lived there (RPL §226-c); good cause if the Good Cause Eviction Law applies.
- How to deliver
- Personal delivery; or substituted/conspicuous-place service plus registered or certified AND first-class mail within one day (RPAPL §735).
- Required wording
- The Good Cause Eviction notice (RPL §231-c) must be attached — it is included.
- Federal rules
- Properties with a federally backed mortgage or federal program may need 30 days' notice; HUD-subsidized housing is not supported.
- Only a court can evict
- Never change locks, remove belongings or shut off utilities.
Official sources: NY RPAPL §711 · NY RPL §226-c · NY RPL §231-c · Last reviewed: October 2026
How it works
- Answer questions about the tenancy and the delivery date. The form checks the New York deadline.
- See a free preview of your notice.
- Pay once and download PDF + Word, with a Proof of Service and delivery instructions.
Frequently asked questions
- How many days does a New York notice to vacate give the tenant?
- 30, 60 or 90 days depending on how long the tenant has lived there (RPL §226-c); good cause if the Good Cause Eviction Law applies.
- How do I deliver an eviction notice in New York?
- Personal delivery; or substituted/conspicuous-place service plus registered or certified AND first-class mail within one day (RPAPL §735).
- What if I give too few days?
- A notice that gives fewer days than the law requires is invalid and the court case can be dismissed. Our form calculates the earliest allowed date and blocks earlier ones; giving more days is generally fine.
- Can I change the locks or remove the tenant myself?
- No. Only a court can order an eviction. Self-help evictions are illegal.
- Can I get it in Spanish?
- Yes. You serve the signed English notice; you also get a Spanish translation you may hand over as a courtesy, plus Spanish instructions.
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