RenterIQRent increases in Australian Capital Territory
A landlord can't raise your rent whenever they feel like it. In Australian Capital Territory, rent increases are limited by how often they can happen and how much notice you must be given — rules set and published by Access Canberra.
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During a fixed-term agreement, the rent usually can't go up unless your agreement specifically allows it and sets out how. For ongoing (periodic) agreements, increases are allowed only at limited intervals and with proper written notice. The minimum notice period and frequency limits for Australian Capital Territory are defined by Access Canberra.
What to check before you accept
Check that you were given the correct written notice and that the timing follows the Australian Capital Territory rules. It can also help to compare the new rent against similar nearby properties. If something doesn't look right, Access Canberra can explain your options — you don't have to simply accept an increase that wasn't done properly.
Access Canberra — official renting information · phone 13 22 81. They set and publish the exact rules that apply to your tenancy.
Common questions — Australian Capital Territory
Australian Capital Territory sets a minimum written-notice period for rent increases, published by Access Canberra. Ask below for the current figure for your state.
Usually only if your agreement specifically allows it and spells out how the increase works. Otherwise the rent is generally fixed for the term.
Rules differ by state and change over time. Access Canberra publishes the current limits and frequency rules for Australian Capital Territory.