Good Cause Eviction
Good Cause Eviction is a New York State law that took effect on April 20, 2024, creating protections for certain tenants in unregulated (market-rate) housing by requiring "good cause" for eviction, non-renewal, or tenancy termination in covered cases. In NYC-facing guidance, applicability is framed around covered housing categories and enforcement through Housing Court case processes started on or after the effective date.
- Where it applies
- New York City
- When it comes up
- Renewal / Exit
- Property types
- Residential Leasing (Market-Rate and Mixed Portfolios)
In practice
The operational impact is often felt at renewal decision points (renewal offer terms, rent increase posture, and documentation), because the framework ties certain actions to "good cause" standards.
Read more in the Knowledge Base
- Rent Stabilization and Good Cause Eviction - Underwriting Regulatory Risk for InvestorsBuyers
- Good Cause Eviction - NYC Coverage and Local Opt-InLandlords
- Lease Renewal and Non-Renewal - Current New York Notice RulesLandlords
- Small Multifamily (2-4 Unit) Purchases in New York - Tenant Risk, Rent Regulation, and Hybrid Owner-Occupant UnderwritingBuyers
- Townhouse and Brownstone Acquisition in NYC - Structural Systems, Landmark Constraints, and Operating CostsBuyers
Related terms
Lease RenewalNon-Renewal NoticeHoldoverCovered Housing
Residential Leasing Terms
- Application Fee Cap (Background/Credit Check Fee)
- Guarantor (Residential)
- Late Fee Cap
- Lease Rider (Residential)
- Renewal Lease (Rent Stabilized)
- Rent Stabilization (including ETPA Stabilization)
- Roommate Law (Residential Occupancy Rights)
- Security Deposit (Limit & Return Timing)
- Source of Income (Housing)
- Sublet (Residential)
General information, not legal, tax or financial advice.