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New York Rental Application Form – Landlords in New York should use this form to obtain written consent from tenants and conduct background checks, credit reports, and employment verification before signing a New York residential lease agreement.
Required Disclosures for New York Residential Leases
- Lead-Based Paint Disclosure & EPA Pamphlet – Mandatory for all properties built before 1978.
- Allergen Hazards Disclosure (NYC only) – Annual inspection for mold, rodents, and cockroaches required. Must include the Local Law 55 brochure. [1]
- Bedbug Disclosure Form (NYC only) – Disclose any infestation history within the past 12 months. [2]
- Copy of Signed Lease (Rent-Stabilized Units) – Landlords must provide tenants with a signed lease copy within 30 days. [3]
- Flood History Disclosure – Required to inform tenants of any prior flooding, current flood risk, and insurance availability. [4]
- Good Cause Eviction Disclosure – Leases must specify if the tenancy qualifies under New York’s Good Cause Eviction laws. [5]
- Security Deposit Receipt – Must disclose where the deposit is held, including the bank name and account type.
- Sprinkler Disclosure – The lease must clearly state whether an operational sprinkler system exists on the property.
- Stove Knob Covers (NYC only) – Required for households with children under age 6. Landlords must provide covers upon request.