Nebraska Rent Increase Laws

Last Updated: January 8, 2024 by Jessica Menefee

Does Nebraska Have Rent Control Laws?

Nebraska does not have rent control laws limiting the amount that landlords request for rent. However, state law does not prohibit local governments from establishing local rent control laws.

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When Can a Landlord Raise Rent in Nebraska?

Landlords in Nebraska 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 Nebraska?

Landlords in Nebraska may not raise the rent if:

• It is during the middle of a lease’s fixed term (unless stated otherwise in the lease agreement).
• It is done in response to a protected tenant action, such as filing a complaint. This is known as “retaliation” [1].
• 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 Nebraska?

Landlords in Nebraska can increase the rent as often as they choose as long as they provide sufficient notice each time.

How Much Notice is Needed to Raise Rent in Nebraska?

In Nebraska, landlords cannot raise the rent during a lease term and must give notice as follows:

• Week-to-week tenants – 7 days’ notice [2]
• Month-to-month tenants – 30 days’ notice [3]
• Mobile home tenants – 60 days’ notice [4]

How Much Can a Landlord Raise Rent in Nebraska?

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