Right to Notice of Rent Increases

The Right to Notice of Rent Increases is a legal protection that requires landlords to provide tenants with advance written notice before raising the rent on their rental unit. This right is based on the principle that tenants should have sufficient time to prepare for changes in their housing costs or to decide whether to renew their lease. The specific requirements for rent increase notices vary by state and may depend on factors such as the length of the tenancy or the percentage of the rent increase. In some cases, landlords may also be limited in how frequently they can raise the rent or by how much. If a landlord fails to provide proper notice of a rent increase, the tenant may have the right to challenge the increase or continue paying the previous rent amount until adequate notice is given.