New York Mandatory Rental Disclosures

Month2Month Furnished Rentals
Version 2.1 · Effective April 2026
Lease Integration Notice By signing your lease agreement with Month2Month, you acknowledge that you have been provided access to this document and have had the opportunity to review all disclosures contained herein. These disclosures are required by federal and New York state law and are incorporated into your lease agreement by reference. This document is available at all times at this URL for your records.

Contents

  1. 1. Lead-Based Paint
  2. 2. Security Deposit
  3. 3. Owner / Agent Information
  4. 4. Rent Stabilization
  5. 5. Bed Bug Disclosure
  6. 6. Mold
  7. 7. Smoke Alarms & CO Detectors
  8. 8. Window Guards (NYC)
  9. 9. Sprinkler Disclosure
  10. 10. Stove Knob Covers (NYC)
  11. 11. Domestic Violence Protections
  12. 12. Fair Housing
  13. 13. Furnished Property
  14. 14. Tenant Rights & Responsibilities

1. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure

42 U.S.C. §4852d · 24 C.F.R. Part 35 · 40 C.F.R. Part 745 · NYC Local Law 1 (Local Law 1 of 2004)
Important Notice Housing built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint. Lead from paint, paint chips, and dust can pose serious health hazards if not managed properly. Lead exposure is especially harmful to young children and pregnant women.

If this property was built before 1978, the following applies:

  • Month2Month will disclose any known lead-based paint or lead-based paint hazards in the property prior to lease execution.
  • Month2Month will provide all available records and reports pertaining to lead-based paint in the property.
  • The tenant will receive a copy of the EPA-approved pamphlet "Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home."
Every purchaser or lessee of any interest in residential real property on which a residential dwelling was built prior to 1978 is notified that such property may present exposure to lead from lead-based paint that may place young children at risk of developing lead poisoning. Lead poisoning in young children may produce permanent neurological damage, including learning disabilities, reduced intelligence quotient, behavioral problems, and impaired memory. Lead poisoning also poses a particular risk to pregnant women. The seller or lessor of any interest in residential real property is required to provide the buyer or lessee with any information on lead-based paint hazards from risk assessments or inspections in the seller's or lessor's possession and notify the buyer or lessee of any known lead-based paint hazards. A risk assessment or inspection for possible lead-based paint hazards is recommended prior to purchase or lease.

New York City — Local Law 1 of 2004

In New York City, Local Law 1 imposes additional obligations for properties built before 1960 (or between 1960 and 1978 if the landlord knows or should have known of lead paint). Building owners must conduct annual investigations for lead-based paint hazards in dwelling units where a child under age six resides, and must remediate any lead-based paint hazards identified. Owners must provide annual notices to tenants regarding lead-based paint, and tenants must respond regarding the presence of children under six.

For more information: National Lead Information Center at 1-800-424-LEAD (5323) or www.epa.gov/lead. For NYC-specific resources: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene at 311 or nyc.gov/health.

2. Security Deposit

N.Y. General Obligations Law §7-108 · Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019

Deposit Limits

Pursuant to General Obligations Law §7-108, as amended by the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019, there is no cap on security deposits expressed in the statute for non-regulated units. However, for rent-stabilized or rent-controlled units, security deposits are limited to one month's rent. Month2Month will specify the deposit amount in your lease agreement.

Deposit Handling

Security deposits must be placed in an interest-bearing account at a New York banking organization. The landlord may retain an annual administrative fee of up to one percent of the deposit. Interest earned, less the administrative fee, belongs to the tenant and may be applied as a credit against rent or returned to the tenant upon request.

Permitted Uses

Your security deposit may be used for: unpaid rent; the cost of repairing damage caused by the tenant beyond ordinary wear and tear; and cleaning necessary to restore the unit to its condition at move-in, ordinary wear and tear excepted.

Return of Deposit

Pursuant to GOL §7-108(e), within fourteen (14) days after the tenant has vacated the premises, the landlord must return the security deposit or provide an itemized statement indicating the basis for the amount retained, together with the balance of the deposit. The itemized statement must be accompanied by any receipts for work performed.

Important If the landlord fails to provide the itemized statement within fourteen days, the landlord forfeits any right to retain any portion of the security deposit. Month2Month will provide a detailed move-out inspection and itemized accounting within the required timeframe.

Disputes

If you dispute any deduction, contact Month2Month in writing within 7 days. If the dispute cannot be resolved, you may file a claim in small claims court or housing court.

3. Owner and Property Manager Information

N.Y. Real Property Law §235-e · N.Y. Multiple Dwelling Law §4

New York law requires landlords to disclose the identity and address of the owner of the property. In buildings with eight or more units, the owner must also register with the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR) and provide tenants with the registration information.

Your lease agreement contains the specific owner information, property manager contact information, and emergency maintenance contact for your property. Month2Month serves as the property manager for all properties in our portfolio.

General Contact: [email protected]

4. Rent Stabilization Notice

N.Y.C. Admin. Code §26-511 · N.Y. Rent Stabilization Law of 1969 · Emergency Tenant Protection Act (ETPA)
Notice Certain properties in New York City and designated counties (Nassau, Westchester, and Rockland) may be subject to rent stabilization. If your unit is rent-stabilized, you have additional rights including limits on rent increases, the right to a renewal lease, and protection from eviction without just cause.

Whether a specific property is subject to rent stabilization depends on factors including building size, year of construction, regulatory history, and unit rent levels. If your property is rent-stabilized, you will be provided with a rent stabilization rider attached to your lease that details your rights, including:

  • The legal regulated rent for your unit
  • The prior rent charged and the reason for any increase
  • Your right to renewal leases at regulated rent increases set by the Rent Guidelines Board
  • Your right to essential services and proper maintenance
  • Protections against eviction except for specific lawful grounds

If your property is not subject to rent stabilization, the rent amount and increase terms are governed by your lease agreement. Your lease agreement will specify the rent stabilization status of your property.

5. Bed Bug Disclosure

N.Y.C. Admin. Code §27-2018.1 · N.Y. Real Property Law §231-b
Report Immediately If you suspect bed bugs, report it to Month2Month immediately. Do not attempt to treat bed bugs yourself with over-the-counter pesticides — improper treatment spreads infestation and makes professional treatment more difficult.

Pursuant to NYC Administrative Code §27-2018.1, landlords in New York City must provide tenants with a notice informing them of the bedbug infestation history of the dwelling unit and the building during the previous year, including whether the building or unit was inspected for bed bugs and whether any infestation was found.

Disclosure Requirements (NYC)

  • The bedbug infestation history of the individual dwelling unit for the past year
  • The bedbug infestation history of the building for the past year
  • Whether the unit or building has been inspected for bed bugs within the past year and the results of any such inspection

Identification

Bed bugs have six legs and flat bodies about 1/4 inch long, ranging from red-brown to copper colored. They do not fly but move quickly over surfaces. They hide in mattress seams, box springs, bed frames, headboards, furniture crevices, baseboards, and wall cracks. They feed on human blood at night.

Signs of Infestation

Look for small blood stains on sheets, dark spots (excrement) on mattresses or walls, shed skins, and a sweet musty odor. Bites may appear as red, itchy welts in a line or cluster, though some people do not react.

Prevention

  • Inspect your mattress, box spring, and bed frame regularly.
  • When traveling, inspect hotel rooms and luggage before returning home.
  • Do not bring used mattresses or upholstered furniture into the home without thorough inspection.
  • Reduce clutter to eliminate hiding places.

Month2Month has no knowledge of any bed bug infestation in your specific rental unit. If applicable, the specific bedbug history of your unit and building will be disclosed in your lease agreement.

6. Mold Disclosure

N.Y.C. Local Law 55 of 2018 · N.Y. Real Property Law §235-b (Warranty of Habitability)

Mold can cause health problems, especially for people with allergies, asthma, or weakened immune systems. You have a right to know about mold in your rental unit and how to prevent it.

Month2Month is not aware of any mold in the rental property that exceeds permissible exposure limits or poses a health threat at the time of your lease. If mold is discovered during your tenancy, Month2Month will take appropriate remediation action in accordance with New York law.

Tenant Responsibilities to Prevent Mold

  1. Ventilate your home: Open windows regularly, use exhaust fans in bathrooms and kitchens, and ensure air circulation.
  2. Control moisture: Wipe up spills and leaks immediately, do not let water accumulate, and report any leaks or water damage to Month2Month immediately.
  3. Use heating and air conditioning: Maintain reasonable temperatures and use climate control systems to reduce humidity.
  4. Clean regularly: Regular cleaning prevents mold from establishing itself.
  5. Report problems immediately: If you see mold, smell musty odors, or notice water damage, report it to Month2Month right away.

Under the New York warranty of habitability (RPL §235-b), landlords are required to maintain rental properties in habitable condition. Mold that renders a unit uninhabitable must be promptly remediated by the landlord.

7. Smoke Alarms and Carbon Monoxide Detectors

N.Y. Executive Law §378-a · N.Y. General Business Law §399-ccc · Amanda's Law (2010)

All Month2Month rental properties are equipped with operable smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors installed in compliance with New York law. Smoke detectors are installed in each sleeping room, outside each sleeping area, and on every level of the dwelling. Carbon monoxide detectors are installed pursuant to Amanda's Law on every level with a fuel-burning appliance, fireplace, or attached garage, and in areas adjacent to sleeping rooms.

Tenant Responsibilities

  • Do not disable, disconnect, cover, or tamper with any smoke alarm or carbon monoxide detector. This is a violation of New York law.
  • Test all devices monthly by pressing the test button.
  • Report immediately if any device is chirping, not functioning, or missing.
  • Do not remove batteries.
  • If you hear the carbon monoxide alarm sound continuously, evacuate immediately and call 911.

Month2Month is responsible for ensuring all devices are operable at the beginning of each tenancy and for maintaining them throughout, including replacing batteries and units as needed.

8. Window Guards (New York City)

N.Y.C. Health Code §131.15 · N.Y.C. Admin. Code §17-123

In New York City, if a child ten years of age or younger resides in an apartment, the building owner is required to install window guards on all windows (except windows giving access to fire escapes) upon written notification by the tenant. The owner must provide an annual notice to all tenants asking whether a child ten years of age or younger resides in the apartment.

Notice If a child ten years of age or younger resides or will reside in your unit, you must notify Month2Month immediately so that window guards can be installed as required by New York City Health Code §131.15.

Window guards will be installed at no cost to the tenant. Tenants must not remove, obstruct, or interfere with installed window guards.

9. Sprinkler System Disclosure

N.Y. Real Property Law §231-a

Pursuant to Real Property Law §231-a, for residential properties, the lease agreement must indicate whether the building is equipped with a functioning sprinkler system. If the building has a sprinkler system, the disclosure must state the date of the most recent sprinkler system inspection and whether the last inspection found the sprinkler system to be inadequate or inoperable.

If applicable to your property, the sprinkler system status and inspection details will be disclosed in your lease agreement.

10. Stove Knob Covers (New York City)

N.Y.C. Local Law 117 of 2015 · N.Y.C. Admin. Code §27-2046.4

Pursuant to NYC Local Law 117, owners of dwelling units in multiple dwellings that are equipped with gas-powered stoves must provide stove knob covers to tenants upon request when a child under six years of age resides in the unit. The covers must be designed to prevent children from accidentally turning on stove burners.

Notice If a child under six years of age resides in your unit and the unit has a gas-powered stove, you may request stove knob covers from Month2Month at no cost. Contact us to make this request.

11. Domestic Violence Protections

N.Y. Real Property Law §227-c · N.Y. Real Property Law §227-d
Notice of Rights for Victims New York law provides important protections for tenants who are victims of domestic violence. Month2Month is committed to supporting tenants who exercise these rights.

Right to Terminate Lease Early

Pursuant to Real Property Law §227-c, a tenant who is a victim of domestic violence may terminate a lease early by providing the landlord with written notice at least 30 days before the date of termination, along with documentation such as an order of protection, a police report, or a certification from a qualified professional.

Right to Request Lock Changes

Pursuant to Real Property Law §227-d, a tenant who is a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking may request that the landlord change the locks to the dwelling unit. The request must be accompanied by qualifying documentation. If the landlord fails to change the locks within a reasonable time, the tenant may change the locks and provide the landlord with a copy of the new key.

Protection from Eviction

A landlord may not evict, refuse to renew, or otherwise penalize a tenant based solely on the tenant's status as a victim of domestic violence. Acts of domestic violence committed against a tenant do not constitute grounds for eviction of the victim.

Resources

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 (TTY: 1-800-787-3224)
  • NYS Domestic & Sexual Violence Hotline: 1-800-942-6906
  • NYC Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-621-HOPE (4673)
  • National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673

12. Fair Housing Notice

Federal Fair Housing Act, 42 U.S.C. §3604 · N.Y. Executive Law §296 (Human Rights Law) · N.Y.C. Admin. Code §8-107

It is illegal to discriminate in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, or disability under federal law. New York State and New York City law provide additional protections based on age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, citizenship status, lawful source of income, partnership status, immigration status, and status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sex offenses.

Fair Housing Month2Month is committed to full compliance with all federal, state, and local fair housing laws. All applicants and tenants are treated equally without regard to any protected characteristic.

If you believe you have experienced housing discrimination, you may file a complaint with:

  • U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): 1-800-669-9777
  • New York State Division of Human Rights: 1-888-392-3644
  • NYC Commission on Human Rights: 311 or (212) 306-7450

13. Furnished Property Disclosure

All Month2Month rental properties are provided fully furnished. All furniture, appliances, fixtures, and household items in the property are the property of Month2Month or the property owner and are provided for your use during the term of your lease.

Your Responsibilities

  • Maintain all furnished items in the same condition as received, allowing for ordinary wear and tear.
  • Use all items for their intended purpose only.
  • Do not remove any furnished items from the property.
  • Report any damage to furnished items within 48 hours of discovery.
  • Do not repair or replace items yourself without prior written approval.

Damage vs. Normal Wear and Tear

Normal Wear and Tear (Not Chargeable) Damage (Chargeable to Tenant)
Minor scuffs on furnitureBroken furniture legs, arms, or frames
Slight fading of upholsteryStains, tears, or burns on upholstery
Minor mattress indentation from normal useMattress stains, tears, or structural damage
Light scratches on hard floorsDeep gouges, water damage, or burns on flooring
Normal appliance wear (cosmetic marks)Appliance malfunction due to misuse or neglect
Gradual thinning of towels and linensBleach stains, tears, or missing linens
Normal dulling of kitchen knivesMissing, broken, or chipped dishes/cookware
Loose doorknobs from useHoles in walls, broken blinds, damaged doors

Replacement Responsibility

  • Tenant-caused damage: Tenant is responsible for the cost of repair or replacement (at depreciated value) of items damaged beyond normal wear and tear. Costs may be deducted from the security deposit.
  • Missing items: Tenant is responsible for full replacement cost.
  • Normal wear items: Month2Month replaces items that reach end-of-life through normal use.
  • Appliance malfunction: If an appliance fails due to normal use or age, Month2Month is responsible for repair or replacement.

Cleaning Standards

The property must be returned in the same level of cleanliness as at move-in. Maintain the kitchen, bathrooms, floors, furniture, and linens in clean condition throughout your tenancy. If professional cleaning is required beyond what is attributable to normal wear and tear, cleaning costs may be deducted from the security deposit.

Inventory

A detailed furniture and household inventory checklist will be provided at move-in. Month2Month will document the condition of all items through photography. You will receive a copy of the move-in condition report.

14. Tenant Rights and Responsibilities

N.Y. Real Property Law §235 et seq. · N.Y. Real Property Actions and Proceedings Law §711 et seq.

Your Rights

  1. Warranty of Habitability: Your rental unit must be maintained in a condition that is fit for human habitation and does not endanger the life, health, or safety of the occupants. (RPL §235-b)
  2. Privacy: Your landlord must give reasonable notice before entering your unit (except in emergencies) and may only enter for specific lawful purposes.
  3. Return of Security Deposit: Your deposit must be returned within 14 days after move-out, with an itemized statement of any deductions. (GOL §7-108)
  4. Freedom from Discrimination: You cannot be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, source of income, or any other protected characteristic. (Executive Law §296)
  5. Freedom from Retaliation: Your landlord cannot retaliate against you for exercising your legal rights, including filing complaints about conditions. (RPL §223-b)
  6. Repairs and Maintenance: You have the right to request repairs for health and safety issues, and your landlord must respond within a reasonable time.
  7. Protection from Unlawful Eviction: Your landlord must follow proper legal procedures and cannot use "self-help" eviction methods such as changing locks, shutting off utilities, or removing your belongings. (RPL §235)
  8. Rent Receipts: You have the right to receive a written receipt for rent paid in cash. (RPL §235-e)
  9. Succession Rights: In rent-stabilized apartments, family members who have lived in the apartment may have the right to succeed to the tenancy.

Your Responsibilities

  1. Pay rent in full and on time.
  2. Keep the unit clean and sanitary.
  3. Avoid damaging the property beyond normal wear and tear.
  4. Promptly report maintenance issues, leaks, mold, pests, or safety hazards.
  5. Allow reasonable access for repairs and inspections with proper notice.
  6. Comply with all lease terms including occupancy limits, pet policies, and use restrictions.
  7. Avoid creating nuisances or disturbing other residents.
  8. Provide proper notice before moving out and return the property in clean condition.

Resources

  • New York State Attorney General — Tenant Rights: ag.ny.gov
  • NYC Housing Court Help Center: nycourts.gov
  • NYS Division of Housing and Community Renewal: hcr.ny.gov
  • Legal Aid Society: legal-aid.org
  • Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
  • Fair Housing Hotline: 1-800-669-9777

Month2Month New York Mandatory Rental Disclosures · Version 2.1 · April 2026

This document is provided for informational purposes and to comply with federal and New York state disclosure requirements. It does not constitute legal advice. Tenants are encouraged to consult with an attorney or tenant rights organization if they have questions.

Month2Month reserves the right to update this document as laws change. The version in effect at the time of your lease signing governs your tenancy.

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