Maine rent increase rules

45 days rent-increase notice.

Maine has no statewide rent control (a few towns do). Increases require at least 45 days' written notice.

What this means for you: Some Maine municipalities have local rent control; check yours.

Your next step: Confirm 45 days' notice and any local cap.

Source: Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 14, § 6015. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).

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Rent increase in nearby states: New Hampshire (30 days rent-increase notice).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.

Updated July 2026