What are my rights as a tenant?

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► I have been renting an apartment for 2 years. My landlord wants to increase the rent by 15%. Is this legal?

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Dear Sir, Any Rent Agreement for more than eleven months must be registered. Further, any landlord as a general rule he cannot enhance rent over and above 10%. You may go to Civil Court and file a suit not to vacate you until and unless your landlord takes steps to evict you by filing a suit. Now onwards stop payment of rent.

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In addition to the previous answer, check if your area has a rent stabilization or rent control ordinance. If it does, there may be a cap on how much your landlord can increase your rent each year. Keep in mind that even without rent control, most jurisdictions require "reasonable" increases. A 15% increase in one go might be considered excessive in court.

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Tenant rights regarding rent increases vary by jurisdiction. In many places, landlords are limited to increasing rent once per year and must provide proper notice (often 30-90 days). A 15% increase may be regulated in areas with rent control. Check your lease agreement and local tenant protection laws. You may want to negotiate with your landlord or seek assistance from a local tenant advocacy group.

What are my rights as a tenant?

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