Be sure that withdrawing the application risks only your application fee. Enter your zip code to see attorneys available in your area.I applied for an apartment last week. My girlfriend stays with me quite a bit, and we've discussed the possibility of her moving in at some point. To withdraw an application, log in to NYC Housing Connect. Go to your dashboard, and click on the development. While tenants in rent regulated or government subsidized apartments have special rights, many rules and laws apply to both unregulated and regulated apartments. When you are finished, you can print your completed form. I wonder if I can withdraw my application. I'd rather lose the application fee than starting an unhealthy landlord-tenant relationship.