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New York Late Fee Calculator

Calculate the maximum late fee you can legally charge in New York. Check grace periods, fee caps, and compliance with New York state law.

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Your Late Fee

$75.00

Over Limit

Your proposed fee of $75.00 exceeds the maximum of $50.00 allowed in New York.

Rent + Fee

$1,575.00

Grace Period

5 days (required)

Maximum Fee in New York

$50.00

New York Late Fee Law

Grace period: 5 days (required)

Fee cap: $50.00 (5% / $50 flat)

Daily fees: Not typical

5-day grace period. Max $50 or 5%, whichever is less.

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New York Late Fee Rules for Landlords

New York requires a 5-day grace period before any late fee can be charged. The maximum late fee is capped at 5% of rent or $50.

Use the calculator above to check if your proposed late fee complies with New York law. Need more tools? Try our prorated rent calculator or rent estimate tool.

For a complete guide to New York landlord-tenant law, read our New York Landlord-Tenant Law 2026 guide.