New Mexico Rent increase notice
How much notice does a landlord need to give to raise the rent in New Mexico?
Rent: month-to-month, written notice at least 30 days before the rent date; fixed term, at least 30 days before the term ends; periods under a month, one rental period. Fees set by the lease: written notice at least 60 days before the rent date or the end of a fixed term.
Verified Source: NMSA 1978, §§ 47-8-15, 47-8-19.4 (Laws 2025, ch. 122 (SB 267)) · last checked 2026-10-23
How this works in New Mexico
New Mexico's rules, updated by SB 267 (2025), require written notice for any rent increase: at least 30 days before the rent date for month-to-month, at least 30 days before the term ends for a fixed term, and one rental period for periods under a month. Raising a fee set by the lease takes at least 60 days' written notice.
Worked example for New Mexico
Say rent is due on the 1st and you want to raise a month-to-month tenant's rent starting August 1, 2026. Written notice has to reach the tenant at least 30 days before that rent date, by July 2, 2026. Raising a lease fee for the same date would need written notice by June 2, 2026.
New Mexico timelines and limits
| Month-to-month rent | Written notice at least 30 days before the rent date |
|---|---|
| Fixed term rent | At least 30 days before the term ends |
| Periods under a month | One rental period |
| Fees set by the lease | Written notice at least 60 days ahead |
New Mexico FAQ
How much notice is needed to raise rent in New Mexico?
For month-to-month, written notice at least 30 days before the rent date, under NMSA § 47-8-15.
Is notice different for fees?
Yes. At least 60 days' written notice to raise a lease fee.
What about fixed-term leases?
Notice at least 30 days before the term ends.
Sources for this section: NMSA 1978, §§ 47-8-15, 47-8-19.4 (Laws 2025, ch. 122 (SB 267)) (checked 2026-10-23)
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