Rent Increase Legality Checker by State
Enter your state and proposed lot rent increase to see whether it may exceed statewide mobile home park rent limits. This is a fast screening tool — always verify the current statute before acting.
Important: This checker uses statewide rules only. Local ordinances may be stricter. A result of "likely allowed" does not mean the notice was properly served, that the increase is fair, or that local law does not provide stronger protections.
How This Checker Works
The tool compares your proposed increase against known statewide caps and minimum notice periods. States with no statewide cap may still have local ordinances or procedural rules that matter.
- Washington: 5% annual cap, 180-day rent increase notice.
- New Jersey: 3.5% annual cap, local rules may add more protection.
- New Mexico: 3% subsidized / 5% market-rate cap, 90-day notice.
- Oregon: 7% + CPI cap for many manufactured home park rent increases, 90-day notice.
- California: Broad local regulation; legality often depends on city or county rules.
- Michigan and most other states: No confirmed statewide cap in this checker — verify current status before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much notice must a park give before raising lot rent? +
The minimum varies by state: 30 days in most Southeastern states, 60 days in many Midwestern and Western states, and 90 days in California, Oregon, and New Hampshire. Some states require notice to be delivered by certified mail. Using our checker above will show your specific state's requirement.
Can a mobile home park raise rent every year? +
In most states, yes — there's no limit on frequency, only on notice period. A handful of states (Oregon, New Hampshire, and a few others) cap the percentage increase. In states without a cap, the only legal constraints are the notice period and lease terms you negotiated.
Is there a cap on how much lot rent can increase? +
Only in a few states. Oregon's Mobile Home Park Act currently ties increases to a percentage of the Consumer Price Index. New Hampshire limits increases to once per year. California has local rent control ordinances that may apply. Most states have no percentage cap at all.
What can I do if I think my rent increase is illegal? +
Document everything: keep all written notices with dates. Compare the increase against your state's rules using this checker. Then contact your state's manufactured housing division, a local tenant legal aid organization, or your state's attorney general consumer protection office. Filing a formal complaint creates a paper trail even if no immediate action is taken.
Does my lease protect me from rent increases? +
A fixed-term lease (e.g., a 12-month lease) typically locks rent for the lease period — increases can only take effect at renewal. Month-to-month leases offer less protection; the park must give proper notice but can raise rent at the next billing cycle. Always read the lease renewal clause carefully.