New Hampshire Rent increase notice
How much notice does a landlord need to give to raise the rent in New Hampshire?
For restricted property, refusing an increase is good cause for eviction only if the landlord gave at least 30 days' written notice of the amount and effective date.
Verified Source: RSA 540:2, IV · last checked 2026-10-23
How this works in New Hampshire
For New Hampshire restricted property, a tenant's refusal to agree to a rent increase is good cause for eviction only if the landlord gave at least 30 days' written notice of the amount and effective date.
Worked example for New Hampshire
Example: The rental is restricted property, and you give written notice of a rent increase to take effect on August 1, 2026, stating the amount and the effective date. That notice is due at least 30 days before the effective date, by July 2, 2026. If you later seek eviction because the tenant refused to agree to the increase, that refusal is good cause only if this notice was given.
New Hampshire timelines and limits
| Scope | Restricted property |
|---|---|
| Good cause for eviction after a refused increase | Only if the landlord gave at least 30 days' written notice of the amount and effective date |
New Hampshire FAQ
How much notice is needed to raise rent on New Hampshire restricted property?
Refusing the increase is good cause for eviction only if the landlord gave at least 30 days' written notice of the amount and effective date, under RSA 540:2, IV.
What must that notice state?
The amount and the effective date of the rent increase.
Does this rule apply to every New Hampshire rental?
The verified rule is for restricted property. It does not state a general notice period for other property.
Sources for this section: RSA 540:2, IV (checked 2026-10-23)
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