New York City Rent-Stabilized Rider (Form RA-LR1)

If you have ever rented property in another state or city you may realize that New York City has a lot of regulations governing the landlord-tenant relationship and numerous restrictions on what landlords are able to do. All of these regulations can be slightly overwhelming and certainly difficult to keep track of. Luckily, the New York City Rent Stabilized Rider form (also known as Form RA-LR1) contains all of the information necessary to comply with New York City Rent Stabilization Law.

The New York City Rent Stabilized Rider is a form required for all rent-stabilized apartments in NYC. New York law requires all owners include a copy of the Rent Stabilization Rider with the New York lease agreement and NYC Rent-Controlled Unit Renewal Form. The New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal issues this rider according to the Rent Stabilization Law. The Rider supplies the landlord and tenant with general knowledge about their rights and responsibilities under the Rent Stabilization code, as well as the rights and obligations of property owners and landlords.

This form includes the guidelines for rent increases, as well as security deposits. It also includes information regarding tenant’s ability to sublet or assign the rental property and when an owner may refuse to renew a lease. It also includes the contact information for numerous locations of the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal. While the document is intended for tenant, much of the information included in the New York City Rent Stabilized Rider form is also helpful for landlords and property owners. The document is informational only and does not modify or become part of the lease. The form also comes in pdf format and can easily be attached as an addendum to the lease document or lease renewal.

New York State Specific Documents

• New York Lease Agreement: This state-specific Lease is customizable and includes NY laws.
• New York City Rent-Stabilized Rider (Form RA-LR1: This form must be included in all New York City Rental Agreements and renewal agreements for rent-controlled apartments.
• NYC Child Notice for Lead Paint Compliance: This addendum is required for New York City Landlords renting to families with children under the age of 6. It must be provided to Tenants annually - at the signing of the Lease and at the time of renewal.
• New York City Required Annual Notice - Window Guards and Lead Paint: Occupants in buildings with 3 or more units must sign this form annually and give it to their Landlord.
• NYC Lease Renewal for Rent Stabilized Housing: Landlords renewing a Lease with Tenants in rent-stabilized housing must use this form.
• NYC Increase in Rent (for Rent Controlled Units): New York City rent-controlled apartments have complex rules for raising rent. This form makes it EZ for Landlords to comply with all requirements.
• New York Demand For Rent 14-Day Notice: This form is for Landlords that have Tenants that are late with rent. Pro Tip: It must be used before an eviction proceeding can be initiated.
• New York How To Prepare for a Landlord-Tenant Trial: This booklet is a great resource for New York Landlords preparing for a housing trial. It includes the rules and procedures Landlords will need.
• New York Notice to Vacate: This form should be used with Tenants that are violating the Lease but can cure the violation and remain in the property. This form provides Tenants with specifics regarding their Lease violation and the time that they have to cure the violation in order to avoid vacating the property.
• Buffalo Disclosure of Smoking Policy: The City of Buffalo requires Landlords to disclose a smoking policy. This form makes it EZ to do so and complies with Buffalo’s requirements
• Buffalo Rental Registry Information: Buffalo Landlords must register all rental properties. This form provides details on how Landlords do this.
• What Tenants Should Know About Indoor Allergens: New York City law requires that Landlords take steps to keep their Tenants’ homes free of pests and mold.
• New York City Indoor Allergen Disclosure: New York City Landlords of buildings with three or more Rental Units must comply with specific regulations to reduce the risk of indoor allergens like mold and pests. This form outlines those requirements and serves as a disclosure that documents a Landlord's compliance with all requirements.
• Buffalo Disclosure of Smoking Policy: The City of Buffalo in the State of New York requires the landlord to disclose a smoking policy, according to Chapter 264- Rental Dwelling Unit Registration.
• New York Sprinkler Disclosure: Landlords must disclose to the tenant whether there is a sprinkler system installed within the property or not.
• New York City Annual Stove Knob Cover Notice: NYC: Local Law 117 requires that the property owner of multiple dwellings provide stove knob covers for gas-powered stoves where the owner knows or reasonably should know that a child under six years of age resides.
• NYC Lease Renewal Form - EPTA Form RTP-8: This NYC Lease Renewal Form allows landlords to renew a lease with tenants that are enrolled within The Emergency Protection Act.

State-Specific Forms

IMPORTANT: This document is required by New York City law and failure to include this Rider in the lease or lease renewal may result in a fine or penalty against the owner.