How much notice is required? — All 50 states (2026)

Every U.S. state has its own rules. Tap your state for the full plain-English breakdown of "how much notice is required?".

• Alabama

  Alabama requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Alaska

  Alaska requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Arizona

  Arizona requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Arkansas

  Arkansas requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• California

  California requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Colorado

  Colorado requires at least 60 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Connecticut

  Connecticut requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Delaware

  Delaware requires at least 60 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• District of Columbia

  District of Columbia requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Florida

  Florida requires at least 60 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Georgia

  Georgia requires at least 60 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Hawaii

  Hawaii requires at least 45 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Idaho

  Idaho requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Illinois

  Illinois requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Indiana

  Indiana requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Iowa

  Iowa requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Kansas

  Kansas requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Kentucky

  Kentucky requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Louisiana

  Louisiana requires at least 10 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Maine

  Maine requires at least 45 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Maryland

  Maryland requires at least 60 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Massachusetts

  Massachusetts requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Michigan

  Michigan requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Minnesota

  Minnesota requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Mississippi

  Mississippi requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Missouri

  Missouri requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Montana

  Montana requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Nebraska

  Nebraska requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Nevada

  Nevada requires at least 60 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• New Hampshire

  New Hampshire requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• New Jersey

  New Jersey requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• New Mexico

  New Mexico requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• New York

  New York requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• North Carolina

  North Carolina requires at least 7 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• North Dakota

  North Dakota requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Ohio

  Ohio requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Oklahoma

  Oklahoma requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Oregon

  Oregon requires at least 90 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Pennsylvania

  Pennsylvania requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Rhode Island

  Rhode Island requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• South Carolina

  South Carolina requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• South Dakota

  South Dakota requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Tennessee

  Tennessee requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Texas

  Texas requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Utah

  Utah requires at least 15 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Vermont

  Vermont requires at least 60 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Virginia

  Virginia requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Washington

  Washington requires at least 60 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• West Virginia

  West Virginia requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Wisconsin

  Wisconsin requires at least 28 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

• Wyoming

  Wyoming requires at least 30 days' written notice before a rent increase can start on a month-to-month tenancy. Verbal notice is not enough.

Not legal advice. Verify with a licensed attorney in your state before acting.