Describe your rental situation in plain language. SignAI generates a complete, New York-compliant Lease Agreement — then sign and send it to your tenant or landlord. No templates, no lawyers, no hassle.
Lease Agreement
State of New York
60s
Average creation time
$0
Free to create & sign
100%
100% Legally binding in NY
0
Templates to search
New York has among the most tenant-protective laws in the country. Real Property Law §220 and the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019 (HSTPA) dramatically expanded tenant rights statewide. New York City adds the Rent Stabilization Code and Rent Control regulations, creating one of the most complex landlord-tenant legal environments anywhere.
New York limits security deposits to one month's rent statewide under RPL §7-108 (effective 2019). Deposits must be held in an interest-bearing account, and landlords must return them within 14 days of lease termination. The HSTPA eliminated the ability to collect last month's rent upfront. NYC rent-stabilized tenants have additional protections including limits on rent increases set by the Rent Guidelines Board. Landlords must provide written notice of 30, 60, or 90 days before non-renewal depending on the length of tenancy.
SignAI generates your New York lease with every required provision — including RPL §7-108 deposit limits, HSTPA notice requirements, required window guard and bedbug disclosures, rent stabilization compliance where applicable, and New York-specific governing law clauses. Each lease reflects the current regulatory landscape.
How it works
No templates, no forms, no lawyers. Just describe what you need.
Type something like "I need a Lease Agreement for New York" — no legal jargon needed. Answer a few quick follow-up questions and you're done.
AI generates a complete, New York-specific Lease Agreement in seconds — with proper headings, numbered sections, and signature blocks. Edit anything you want, then type your name to sign.
Enter the other party's email and hit send. They review and sign without creating an account. Both parties get a copy. Done.
What's included
Every Lease Agreement generated by SignAI for New York includes these essential provisions — automatically.
Full legal names of landlord and tenant, property address, unit description, apartment number, and identification of the rental premises.
Monthly rent amount, due date, accepted payment methods, and late fee provisions. NYC rent-stabilized units have additional restrictions on fees.
Deposit limited to one month's rent under RPL §7-108, interest-bearing account, and the 14-day return timeline required by the HSTPA.
Proper non-renewal notice periods based on tenancy length — 30 days (under 1 year), 60 days (1-2 years), or 90 days (over 2 years).
Lead paint, window guards, bedbug history, sprinkler system, smoking policy, flood zone, and rent stabilization status as required by New York law.
Governing law clause specifying New York jurisdiction, HSTPA compliance, RPL compliance, and venue for New York courts.
Use cases
People in New York use SignAI to create Lease Agreements for a wide range of situations. Here are the most popular:
New York City landlords must comply with state law, city housing codes, and potentially rent stabilization rules. Your lease needs precise terms covering deposits, disclosures, and renewal notices.
Try it: “I need a lease agreement for an apartment I'm renting out in Manhattan, New York”
Outer borough rentals may fall under rent stabilization depending on the building size and age. Your lease must correctly identify the unit's regulatory status.
Try it: “I need a lease agreement for an apartment in Brooklyn, New York”
Rentals in Albany, Syracuse, or Buffalo follow state law without NYC-specific regulations. The HSTPA still applies statewide, including the one-month deposit cap.
Try it: “I need a lease for a rental property in Buffalo, New York”
Manhattan student rentals near major universities face intense competition. Clear lease terms protect both parties in a high-stakes market.
Try it: “I need a lease for a student apartment near NYU in New York City”
FAQ
Yes. A signed lease is enforceable under New York Real Property Law and the HSTPA. New York requires written leases for tenancies over one year. SignAI's e-signatures are valid under New York's Electronic Signatures and Records Act (ESRA) and the federal ESIGN Act.
New York caps security deposits at one month's rent statewide under RPL §7-108, enacted as part of the 2019 HSTPA. Landlords cannot collect last month's rent upfront. The deposit must be held in an interest-bearing account and returned within 14 days of move-out with an itemized statement.
Rent stabilization applies to apartments in buildings with six or more units built between 1947 and 1974 (or later if they received tax abatements). Annual rent increases are set by the NYC Rent Guidelines Board. Tenants have the right to renewal leases. The HSTPA strengthened these protections by eliminating vacancy decontrol, meaning apartments stay stabilized regardless of rent amount.
Under the HSTPA, landlords must provide written non-renewal notice based on tenancy length: 30 days for tenancies under 1 year, 60 days for 1-2 years, and 90 days for over 2 years. These requirements apply statewide, not just in NYC. Failure to provide proper notice means the tenancy automatically continues on the same terms.
New York landlords must disclose: lead paint (pre-1978), bedbug infestation history, window guard availability, sprinkler system status, smoking policy, flood zone designation, rent stabilization status (if applicable), and the right to request a copy of the DHCR rent history. NYC adds additional requirements for specific building types.
Free NDA
New York
Free Employment Contract
New York
Free Prenup
New York
Free Software License
New York
Free Freelance Agreement
New York
Free Letter of Intent
New York
Free Service Agreement
New York
Free Consulting Agreement
New York
Free Non-Compete Agreement
New York
Free Partnership Agreement
New York
Free Contractor Agreement
New York
California Lease Agreement
Free · CA
Florida Lease Agreement
Free · FL
Georgia Lease Agreement
Free · GA
Illinois Lease Agreement
Free · IL
Michigan Lease Agreement
Free · MI
North Carolina Lease Agreement
Free · NC
Ohio Lease Agreement
Free · OH
Pennsylvania Lease Agreement
Free · PA
Texas Lease Agreement
Free · TX
Pricing
No credit card. No per-document fees. Start with 3 free documents including full e-signature support.
Create your first AI-generated legal document for free.
Need one more document? No subscription required.
For professionals who regularly need legal documents.