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Rent Increase Notification Checklist for Property Management

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Market Analysis & Justification

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Document the data and reasoning supporting the rent increase. Includes comparable rentals, market trends, and operating expense increases.

Comparable Rental Rate (Average)

Current Rent

Proposed Rent Increase Amount

Percentage Rent Increase

Description of Market Conditions

Comparable Rental Listings (Screenshots/Links)

Date of Market Analysis

Lease Review & Clauses

2 of 6

Verify lease terms related to rent increases, including notice periods and permissible limits. Identify any clauses that might apply.

Does the lease contain a Rent Escalation Clause?

Clause Number (if applicable)

Quote Relevant Clause Text (if applicable)

Lease Termination Clause (if applicable)

Notice Period Required (in days)

Lease Expiration Date

Specific Lease Restrictions (e.g., percentage caps)

Tenant Notification Preparation

3 of 6

Draft the rent increase notification letter, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with local laws.

Rent Increase Justification Summary

Current Rent Amount

New Rent Amount

Effective Date of Rent Increase

Notification Delivery Method

Notification Letter Body (for customization)

Property Manager Signature

Legal Compliance Verification

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Confirm adherence to all applicable local, state, and federal regulations regarding rent increases and notifications.

Applicable Rent Control Ordinance?

Required Notice Period (Days)?

Maximum Allowable Rent Increase (%)

Date of Legal Review (if applicable)

Summary of Legal Consultation Notes (if applicable)

Is the tenant covered by a Protected Class?

Delivery Method & Tracking

5 of 6

Choose appropriate delivery methods (certified mail, personal service) and implement tracking to ensure proper notification.

Primary Delivery Method

Notes on Delivery Method

Delivery Date

Delivery Time (if applicable)

Proof of Delivery (Certified Mail)

Tracking Number (if applicable)

Signature Confirmation (Personal Service)

Record Keeping & Documentation

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Maintain detailed records of the rent increase justification, notification letter, delivery confirmation, and tenant responses.

Date of Rent Increase Notification Sent

Copy of Rent Increase Notification Letter

Scanned Copy of Notification Letter (Optional)

Delivery Method

Tracking Number (if applicable)

Date of Certified Mail Receipt (if applicable)

Tenant Response/Acknowledgement (if any)

Property Manager Signature (Verification)

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