While landlords have the right to increase rent, they
must follow specific procedures, and tenants have the right to
challenge unfair increases.
This guide explains when and how landlords can increase rent and
what tenants can do if they believe an increase is
unreasonable.
When can a landlord increase rent?
The rules on rent increases depend on the type of tenancy
agreement you have:
Fixed-term tenancies
If you have a fixed-term tenancy (e.g., a 12-month agreement),
your landlord cannot increase your rent during that period unless
your contract includes a rent review clause.
Once the fixed term ends, your landlord can propose a new rent
amount when offering a renewal. Therefore, it is key that you
thoroughly read and understand your tenancy agreement before
signing on the dotted line.
