How Much Can A Landlord Increase The Rent At One Time.
A few weeks ago my landlord informed me that he wanted to increase the rent by 145.00 bring the rent to 675.00. He stated that he is doing this to put the place within market value. I resided in a house which was converted into two seperate apartments. I occupy the upstairs unit. I also paying for my utilities, gas and electric. The building owner is paying for the water.
The unit below me was for rent a few months ago and the sign in the window stated it was for rent at 630.00 all utilities included. That was after it had been completely renovated. The unit that I live has yet to be done.
Can the landlord do this legally? The property in question is located in Washington DC
Check with your local housing authority. Some jurisdictions are subject to rent control that would restrict this. Some require a certain amount of notice depending on how much the rent is increased. In CA more notice is required for a rent increase of that size (percentage wise).
After checking (if he can raise it like that), you may want to negotiate with your LL something more reasonable or you may need to look for something more reasonable. Good luck!
Tell him you want to move into the apartment downstairs where the utilities are paid and the rent is cheaper...
I agree with jimandlacy. It may also have something to do with the Second Amendment.
jimandlacy...Virginia firearms laws are not restrictive actually.
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In my experience there are at least two types of mediation - binding and non-binding. One or the other is noted in the contract (lease, state law, code, etc.) that the mediation is to cover. The complainant presents his/her written complaint to the mediation board before hand and the defendant has an opportunity to view it before the mediation.
Jim
Welcome and good luck to you!
Please keep us informed by posting your progress...hope you can sove your tenant issues smoothly.
Jim