Rent Increase Legal Limits

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In California, rent increases are limited to once per year and cannot exceed 5% plus inflation or 10% of the lowest rent in the past 12 months. Local regulations may also apply. Consult a local attorney or housing authority for specific advice.

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My landlord has raised my rent * dollars since January is that legal
Hi ****, to provide accurate information, I need to know which state you reside in as rent increase laws vary by location.
Ca
In California, under the state's Rent Control law:
- A landlord can increase the rent only once in a *-month period.
- The increase can't be more than *% plus inflation, or *% of the lowest rent charged in the last 12 months, whichever is lower.

Please consult with a local attorney for personalized advice.
San Bernardino county
In San Bernardino County, California, the same state Rent Control law applies. However, there may be additional local regulations. I suggest contacting the local housing authority or a local attorney for more specific information.