Although most states do not regulate the frequency of rent increases, some state or city laws require landlords to wait a certain period (usually 6-12 months) between each increase in rent.
| State | Maximum Frequency of Rent Increases |
|---|---|
| California | Twice per year |
| Colorado | Once per year |
| Delaware | Once per year (mobile homes only) |
| Idaho | Once per 6 months (mobile homes only) |
| Minnesota | Twice per year (mobile homes only) |
| New Jersey | Limited by rent control in many cities |
| New York | Rent controlled: Once per year Rent stabilized: Every 1-2 years (depending on lease term) |
| North Dakota | In some situations, rent cannot be increased within 6 months after the sale of a mobile home |
| Oregon | None during the first year of the tenancy |
| Washington D.C. | Once per year |
In addition to state regulations, some cities have laws regulating frequency of rent increases. For example, rent increases in Portland, Maine are limited to once per year, but state law does not cap the maximum number of rent increases per year.
