New York Pay Rent or Quit Notice (2026)

New York: key facts

Pay Rent or Quit Notice

14-day rent demand (RPAPL §711(2)).

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

1. Answer questions about the tenancy and the delivery date. The form checks the New York deadline.
2. See a free preview of your notice.
3. Pay once and download PDF + Word, with a Proof of Service and delivery instructions.

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Frequently asked questions

How many days does a New York pay rent or quit notice give the tenant?

14-day rent demand (RPAPL §711(2)).

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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