NOTIFICATION:The state legislature on September 1 extended the eviction moratorium in New York State. New nonpayment and holdover cases can continue to be started, if a tenant files a hardship declaration, the landlord has a right to challenge it in Court.

Welcome to the website of Gutman, Mintz, Baker & Sonnenfeldt LLP, The website provides our clients with up to date information regarding their buildings and tenants. Below is a list of some of the reasons why a landlord might believe that a hardship doesn’t exist Hardship Challenge Checklist

NYC Rent Guidelines #50: Rent increases for APT/Loft leases commencing on or after Oct 1 18 - Sept 30 19 For a 1-year renewal lease: 1.5% For a 2-year renewal lease: 2.5% Statutory Vacancy Lease Increases Sublet Allowance 10% Hotel and SRO’s: 0% Increase