A New York rent-to-own lease agreement allows a tenant to rent a property while also having an option to purchase it during the lease term. A New York renttoown agreement is a rental contract in which a tenant may acquire ownership of the property during the option period.It is not a loan, credit or financing. An option to buy contract is an agreement between two parties where an investor or tenant pays a fee in exchange for the rights to buy a property in the future. This booklet explains many of these laws you need to know and provides resources where you can find more information about landlord and tenant issues. A Guide to Proprietary Leases Governing New York Co-ops. Learn Your Rights as a Shareholder and Get Legal Help Reviewing Your Lease. Submit a completed "Landlord Request for Lease Renewal Approval" form and all required documents at least 60 days prior to the effective date of the new lease. Section 8.1 Option to Purchase Facility and to Terminate Agreement. This lease is appropriate for use when leasing a house, duplex, apartment, or condominium located anywhere in the state of New York.