The cost to rent an apartment or house has been on the rise for quite some time. It’s caused problems for many people looking for housing they can comfortably afford. The explosion in the Florida real estate market over the past couple of years has even made it challenging for current renters to remain in their current homes. Let’s take a look at the laws regarding rent increase in the state of Florida.
Unless there is language in the lease pertaining to rent increases, a landlord must wait until the end of the lease term to raise the rent.
A landlord must also provide reasonable notice when a rent increase will be included with a lease renewal.
Florida legislation does not provide specific notification information for landlords seeking to increase rental rates. However, notice is expected to be given in accordance with termination notices which is seven (7) days to a week to week renter; fifteen (15) days to a month to month renter; thirty (30) days to a quarterly renter; and sixty (60) days to a yearly renter.
Notice of rent increase must be delivered in person or by mail.
The State of Florida does not limit the amount rent can increase.
The State of Florida does not limit the number of times a landlord may increase the rent.
A landlord may not increase rent based on the age, race, religion, nation of origin, familial status, sexual orientation, military status, or disability status of the tenant.
Rent increase can not be used as a form of retaliation .
As a renter, it’s important to know your rights. While the actual cost of the rent may increase, the renter does have some protections. If your rent is increasing and you feel your landlord is not following the law, The Law Office of Pamela J Helton can help. Please call (352) 243-9991 to schedule a consultation.
