Rent stabilization lease rider (DHCR)
Legal advice recommended before use.
For rent-stabilized apartments, New York requires landlords to attach the official DHCR Rent Stabilization Lease Rider to every lease and renewal. It discloses the tenant's core rent-stabilization rights and shows how the legal regulated rent was calculated, so the tenant can independently verify the number on their lease is correct. Unlike a template you fill in yourself, this is a government-issued form — get the current version directly from HCR and attach it to the lease; the exact figures depend on that unit's specific rent history, which only HCR/DHCR records can supply.
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Get the official form ↗Frequently asked questions
Is the rent stabilization rider required for every lease?
It is required whenever the apartment is subject to rent stabilization — for both the initial lease and every renewal. It is not required for market-rate (non-stabilized) units.
Can I write my own version of the rider instead of using the official form?
No. Because the rider must reflect the specific legal regulated rent history for that unit and is a state-prescribed disclosure, you should always use the current official DHCR form rather than a homemade substitute.
Is the rider available in languages other than English?
HCR provides the rider in several of the languages required under New York's tenant-notice laws where available. Check the current official page for the languages currently offered before providing it to a tenant who reads a language other than English.
What happens if a landlord doesn't attach the required rider?
Failing to provide the required rider can expose a landlord to disputes over the lease and the calculated rent, and is treated as a compliance failure under rent-stabilization law. This is a legal requirement, not optional paperwork — always confirm you have the current version before signing.
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