Depending on the circumstances, in New York it’s generally possible to have a residential lease for almost any length of time, as long as the term is clearly agreed to by the landlord and tenant. However, leases for one year or longer must be in writing to be enforceable, and oral leases cannot legally exceed one year; if no duration is specified, the tenancy is typically considered month-to-month.
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The information for this answer was found on our New York Residential Lease Agreement answers.