Rent increase laws by state
Only California, Oregon and Washington cap rent increases statewide for most housing. Elsewhere the limits come from notice rules, the lease and, where the state allows it, city or county rent control. Each page links the statute.
State law pages checked against statute text on November 7, 2026. Last site change: November 7, 2026 (changelog).
| State | Statewide cap | Notice | Local rent control |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | Yes: 8.1%–8.8% (from August 1, 2026) | 30 days (up to 10%) | Allowed (many cities) |
| Colorado | No | 60 days (no written lease) | Preempted |
| District of Columbia | Yes: 4.1% (rent stabilized) | 60 days | District-wide program |
| Florida | No | 30 days (month-to-month) | Preempted |
| Georgia | No | 60 days (tenancy at will) | Preempted |
| Illinois | No | 30 days (Chicago 60–120) | Preempted |
| New Jersey | No | 1 month+ (local may be longer) | Allowed (municipal) |
| New York | No | 30–90 days (5%+) | Allowed |
| Oregon | Yes: 9.5% (from January 1, 2026) | 90 days | Preempted |
| Texas | No | 1 month (month-to-month) | Preempted (disaster exception) |
| Washington | Yes: 9.7% (from January 1, 2026) | 90 days | Preempted |
More states are being added after the same statute check. Not legal advice.