Tenant Rate Increase Guidelines

Summary

In Virginia, landlords can increase rent only after the lease term ends, with a 30-day notice for month-to-month leases, and email can be used if accepted in the lease. In Illinois, there is no statewide law, but Chicago requires a 30-day notice for rent increases. Always check local ordinances and lease agreements, and email notification may be accepted if specified in the lease.

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I am wondering the laws about sending tenant rate increase letters by email by state
Hello **** ****, to provide you with accurate information, could you please tell me which state's laws you're interested in regarding sending tenant rate increase letters by email?
Virginia
Hello **** ****, In Virginia:
- A landlord can increase rent only after the lease term ends.
- Notice of rent increase should be given in writing, email can be used if it's a form of communication accepted in the lease.
- 30 days' notice is required for month-to-month leases.
Now can you answer the question for Illinois
Hello **** ****, In Illinois:
- There isn't a statewide law that governs rent increases.
- Chicago has its own law, requiring 30 days' notice for rent increases.
- Always check local ordinances and lease agreements.
- Email notification may be accepted if specified in the lease.