Renting Guide
How much can my landlord increase my rent by?
To help take the stress out of renting we've rounded up a simple guide around rent increases in New Zealand.
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In New Zealand, landlords can increase rent only once every 12 months, and not until at least one year after your tenancy begins. They must provide you with at least 60 days' written notice before the new rate takes effect.
While there's no legal cap on the amount, increases must be reasonable and consistent with current market rates. If you believe a rent hike is excessive, you can challenge it at the Tenancy Tribunal after researching comparable local listings.
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