Rhode Island Requirements for Rent Increase Notice
Notice Periods
- Nonpayment: 5 days
- Month-to-Month: 30 days
- Rent Increase: 30 days
Security Deposit
- Maximum: 1 month
- Return Deadline: 20 days
Rent Control
No statewide rent control
Key RI Facts
- 5-day notice for nonpayment
- 20-day notice for lease violations
- Housing court handles evictions
Problems This Rent Increase Notice Solves
Tenant claims they weren't notified of rent increase
Increase challenged because of improper notice period
Need proof of when notice was delivered
Unsure how much advance notice is required