The New York standard residential lease agreement allows an owner or landlord of the property to legally rent livable space to someone else. The tenant will be required to pay rent and take responsibility for a portion or all of the utilities, a condition to be determined during the negotiations between both parties. Once the landlord and tenant sign the agreement, it becomes final thus legally binding. The Tenants’ Rights Guide may be referenced for additional information about landlord-tenant laws. … Continue reading New York Standard Residential Lease Agreement Template