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New York at a glance: Notice to Terminate: 30 days' written notice · Deposit Refund Timeline: 14 calendar days (N.Y. GOL § 7-108) · Statutory Right to Roommate: Protected under RPL § 235-f
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Overview
Roommate Agreements in New York
New York roommate agreements are governed by the Real Property Law. Under **New York Real Property Law Section 235-f (the "Roommate Law")**, a tenant has a statutory right to share their apartment with at least one additional unrelated adult and their dependent children, regardless of lease prohibitions.
Security deposit returns between roommates must follow the 14-day statutory timeline (N.Y. GOL § 7-108).
Key Facts
New York Roommate Agreement — Quick Reference
| Requirement | New York Rule |
|---|---|
| Notice to Terminate | 30 days' written notice |
| Deposit Refund Timeline | 14 calendar days (N.Y. GOL § 7-108) |
| Statutory Right to Roommate | Protected under RPL § 235-f |
| Governing Law | N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 235-f |
Legal Requirements
New York Legal Requirements
- Lease clauses attempting to restrict the right to a roommate are void under RPL § 235-f.
- Rent shares between roommates cannot exceed the total rent charged by the landlord under NYC rent stabilization rules.
Governing Laws
New York Governing Laws
N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 235-f
Unlawful restrictions on occupancy
Guarantees a tenant's right to have a roommate.
N.Y. Gen. Oblig. Law § 7-108
Security Deposits
Limits deposits to one month's rent and mandates 14-day return.
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's New York legal resources or your state legislature's official website.
Questions & Answers
New York Roommate Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions
Can a New York landlord charge extra rent for a roommate?
No. Charging additional rent or fees for an authorized roommate under RPL § 235-f is illegal and constitutes a lease violation.
What is the limit on roommate rent in New York City?
Under NYC rent stabilization laws, a tenant cannot charge a roommate more than their proportionate (equal) share of the total rent.