🏙️ NYC Rent Stabilized Lease Agreement

DHCR Compliant — 2019 HSTPA — RGB Rates

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DHCR Compliant — NYC Rent Stabilization: NYC rent-stabilized leases require strict DHCR compliance including RGB rate disclosure, preferential rent provisions, and mandatory renewal rights under the 2019 HSTPA. Always use with the required Rent Stabilized Rider (DHCR RTP-8). Overcharge findings carry treble damages.

🏠 Rental Property

👤 Tenant & Lease Term

💰 Rent & RGB Details

HSTPA 2019: Security deposit capped at 1 month's rent. Preferential rent is now permanent — landlords cannot revert to the higher legal rent mid-tenancy.

👔 Landlord Information

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NYC Rent Stabilized Lease Agreement — DHCR Guide

New York City rent stabilized apartments are regulated by DHCR and the RGB. Landlords must use compliant lease forms, disclose RGB rates, and follow specific renewal procedures under the 2019 Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act.

Required Documents with Every Stabilized Lease

  • DHCR Form RTP-8 Rider: Required — Rent Stabilized Rider
  • RGB rates disclosure: Current 1-year and 2-year increase percentages
  • Bedbug disclosure: Required at lease signing — NYC Bedbug Disclosure
  • Lead paint disclosure: Required for pre-1978 buildings

Preferential Rent Under HSTPA 2019

If you charge less than the legal regulated rent, this must be disclosed. Under the 2019 HSTPA, landlords can no longer revert to the higher legal rent upon renewal — the preferential rent stays for the duration of the tenancy. See NY security deposit laws and NY habitability laws.

⚖ Legal Disclaimer

This form is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. New York landlord-tenant law is complex and varies between upstate NY and NYC. Improper notice or procedure can result in case dismissal and penalties. Consult a qualified New York landlord-tenant attorney before proceeding. See our editorial standards for accuracy details.