New York Early termination (DV/military)

Can a tenant break a lease early for domestic violence or military service in New York?

A domestic-violence victim who reasonably fears staying can end the lease with written notice. The termination date must be at least 30 days after delivery. Notice sent by first-class mail counts as delivered 5 days after mailing.

Verified Source: N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 227-c · last checked 2026-10-15