Housing & renting
How often can rent go up, and what notice should I get?
Rent increase rules are set in tenancy law — typically limited frequency and written notice; confirm current detail on Tenancy Services.
Rent increases have legal limits around how often they can happen and how much written notice landlords must give (commonly at least 60 days for many tenancies, with 12‑month spacing rules). Fixed-term agreements may also need increase wording in the agreement. Always confirm the current detail on Tenancy Services — rules are updated from time to time.
If a notice looks wrong or you cannot afford the new rent, talk with Tenancy Services early. Community Law can help you understand paperwork. Do not ignore a notice; note the date it arrived and keep a copy.
Home Steps can help you list must-pays and who to call. Personalised advice belongs with Tenancy Services or a lawyer/community law service.
Official resources
Always confirm details on the official site — laws and processes can change.
Educational signposting only from the Resilience Programme. Not legal, financial, or medical advice. Updated 2026-07-10.