Georgia Rent Increase Laws

Last Updated: January 5, 2024 by Jessica Menefee

Does Georgia Have Rent Control Laws?

Georgia does not have rent control laws limiting the amount landlords ask for rent. State law prohibits local governments [1] from establishing rent control laws.

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When Can a Landlord Raise Rent in Georgia?

Landlords in Georgia can raise the rent at any time, as long as they comply with the following:

• Give reasonable notice
• Aren’t raising rent for discriminatory or retaliatory reasons
• Wait until the end of the lease term (unless otherwise specified in the lease)

When Can’t a Landlord Raise Rent in Georgia?

Landlords in Georgia may not raise the rent if:

• It is done in response to a protected tenant action, such as filing a complaint. This is known as “retaliation” [2].
• It is during the middle of a lease’s fixed term (unless stated otherwise in the lease agreement).
• The increase is applied in a way that discriminates against one of the protected classes specified in the Fair Housing Act.

How Often Can Rent Be Increased in Georgia?

Landlords in Georgia can increase the rent as often as they wish, as long as sufficient notice is provided each time.

How Much Notice is Needed to Raise Rent in Georgia?

In Georgia, landlords cannot raise the rent during a lease term. If there is no written lease or the lease term has expired, landlords must give 60 days’ notice [3] to increase the rent.

How Much Can a Landlord Raise Rent in Georgia?

In Georgia, landlords can raise the rent by any amount. There is no legal limit or cap on the amount of a rent increase.