Can my landlord raise my rent and how much?

Yes, landlords can generally raise rent — but when they can do it, how much they can raise it, and how much notice they must give all depend on your state and whether your city has rent control. There is no federal cap on rent increases. Rent regulation is entirely a matter of state and local law. ^[1][2][3] **Notice requirements ^[1][2][3] In most states, landlords must give written notice before raising rent. The required notice period is typically: - 30 days for increases under 10% (most states) - 60–90 days** for larger increases (California requires 90 days for increases over 10%) ^[1] A landlord generally cannot raise your rent during a fixed-term lease — only at renewal or on a month-to-month tenancy. **Rent control — cities and states that limit how much rent can increase ^[1][2] Some states and cities limit how much a landlord can raise rent each year: - California** — AB 1482 caps annual rent increases at 5% + local CPI (max 10%) for covered buildings. Applies to most multi-family buildings over 15 years old. ^[1] - New York City — Rent-stabilized units have increases set annually by the NYC Rent Guidelines Board. - Oregon — Statewide rent control caps increases at 7% + CPI per year. - New Jersey — Many municipalities have rent control ordinances. - Most other states (including Texas and Florida) have no rent control and landlords may raise rent by any amount with proper notice. ^[2][3] What your landlord cannot do Regardless of state, a landlord may not raise rent: - During a fixed-term lease (e.g. a 12-month lease) without your agreement - As retaliation for complaining about habitability or reporting code violations - In a discriminatory manner based on race, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or familial status under the Fair Housing Act ^[4] *Always check your specific city's ordinances — local rent control can be stricter than state law. Consult a licensed attorney if you believe a rent increase is retaliatory or unlawful.*