New York § 218 - 218Waiver of rights void
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 218 — 218Waiver of rights void, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 218. 218Waiver of rights void
* § 218. Waiver of rights void. Any agreement by a tenant heretofore or hereinafter entered into in a written lease or other rental agreement waiving or modifying their rights as set forth in this article shall be void as contrary to public policy. * NB Repealed June 15, 2034
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 218
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 218 cover?
Section 218 ("218Waiver of rights void") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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