Free New York City Rent-Stabilized Lease Renewal Offer (RTP-8)
NYC rent-stabilized renewal offer in DHCR Form RTP-8 format. Landlord must offer renewal 90-150 days before current lease end. Tenant has 60 days to accept 1-year or 2-year option. Rent increases limited to NYC Rent Guidelines Board (RGB) percentages.
Free New York City Rent-Stabilized Lease Renewal Offer (RTP-8) — overview
A New York City Rent-Stabilized Lease Renewal Offer (RTP-8) is the mandatory landlord notice required by the NY Rent Stabilization Code (Section 2523.5) to renew a rent-stabilized lease. Landlord must offer renewal between 90 and 150 days before lease expiration, with RGB-approved rent increases.
Complete the Rent-Stabilized Lease Renewal Offer (RTP-8)
Complete the form below to generate a comprehensive New York City Rent-Stabilized Lease Renewal Offer (RTP-8). The form produces a multi-page PDF in legal-document format with all proposed renewal terms, statutory notice language, and tenant response section. The landlord signs and delivers to the tenant; the tenant responds within the specified window.
1. Parties
2. Rental Property
3. Current Lease
4. Proposed Renewal Terms
5. Rent-Stabilized Required Information
NYC rent-stabilized apartments require DHCR Form RTP-8 with specific information. Provide DHCR registration number, current legal regulated rent, and the applicable Rent Guidelines Board (RGB) percentage increase.
6. Tenant Response Required
7. Landlord Signature
About the New York City Rent-Stabilized Lease Renewal Offer (RTP-8)
NYC rent-stabilized apartments are governed by the Emergency Tenant Protection Act (ETPA) and the Rent Stabilization Code (9 NYCRR Part 2520 et seq.). DHCR Form RTP-8 is the required format for renewal offers. Section 2523.5 of the Code requires the landlord to offer renewal between 90 and 150 days before the current lease expires, with rent increases limited to NYC Rent Guidelines Board (RGB) approved annual percentages. The offer must include BOTH a 1-year and a 2-year option, with the rent for each calculated using the RGB rates. Tenants have 60 days to accept either option. Failure to offer timely renewal subjects the landlord to DHCR penalties and may give tenants additional rights.
New York City Notice Framework
- Statute: NY Rent Stabilization Code Section 2523.5 (9 NYCRR)
- Form: DHCR Form RTP-8 (Renewal Lease Form)
- Notice timing: 90-150 days before current lease expiration
- Tenant response window: 60 days
- Rent increase: limited to NYC Rent Guidelines Board (RGB) approved percentages
- Must offer BOTH 1-year and 2-year options
What This Notice Does
- Identifies parties, apartment, and DHCR registration
- States current legal regulated rent
- Specifies applicable RGB increase percentages (1-year and 2-year)
- Offers BOTH 1-year and 2-year renewal options
- Specifies the 60-day tenant response window
- Addresses preferential rent if applicable
Tenant Response Process
NYC rent-stabilized tenants should review the RTP-8 renewal offer carefully. The tenant has 60 days to accept either the 1-year or 2-year option. Failure to respond does NOT terminate the rent-stabilized tenancy — the tenant retains the right to continue under the prior terms until accepting a renewal. Verify the proposed rent increases against the current RGB rates (published annually by the NYC Rent Guidelines Board). If the offer is improper or untimely (outside the 90-150 day window), contact DHCR or a tenant attorney.
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⚖ Legal Disclaimer
This form is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For NYC rent-stabilized guidance, visit NY DHCR. Current RGB increase rates are published annually by the NYC Rent Guidelines Board. Consult a qualified New York City attorney for advice specific to your situation.
