Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Georgia
Notice of Rent Increase
We signed a lease almost 12 months ago (1 year lease in Georgia). Our lease expireses in less than 8 days. Today our landlord brought us a new lease with an increase in rent. Is there a certain amount of time in which a landlord has to notify the tenant of an increase in rent?
Asked on 7/24/00, 7:56 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles W. Field
Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law
Re: Notice of Rent Increase
For better or worse, the landlord can insist on higher rent. There are no restrictions. Each periodic lease is a separate contract unless your original lease had renewal provisions.
Answered on 9/18/00, 4:21 pm