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Rochester, NY local landlord rules

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Last reviewed 2026-10-15

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Just-cause eviction

Yes. The City of Rochester has opted into New York's Good Cause Eviction law (Real Property Law Art. 6-A) by local law. Units renting above 245% of HUD fair market rent are exempt, and "small landlord" means one who owns no more than one unit anywhere in New York State.

Verified Source: N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 213; DHCR Good Cause Eviction Notice (as of May 4, 2026) · last checked 2026-10-15

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