Wisconsin Rent increase notice
How much notice does a landlord need to give to raise the rent in Wisconsin?
No state statute setting a specific notice period for rent increases was found in Wis. Stat. chapter 704. A periodic tenancy can be ended or changed only with the termination notice rules in § 704.19 (generally at least 28 days for month-to-month).
Verified Source: Wis. Stat. ch. 704; § 704.19 · last checked 2026-10-22
How this works in Wisconsin
No state statute setting a specific notice period for rent increases was found in Wis. Stat. chapter 704. A periodic tenancy can be ended or changed only with the termination notice rules in § 704.19 (generally at least 28 days for month-to-month).
Worked example for Wisconsin
Example: Chapter 704 sets no specific rent-increase notice period. You want to change the terms of a month-to-month periodic tenancy effective August 1, 2026. Under § 704.19, that change can be made only with the termination notice rules, which are generally at least 28 days, so notice is due by July 4, 2026.
Wisconsin timelines and limits
| Specific rent-increase notice in ch. 704 | None found |
|---|---|
| Ending or changing a periodic tenancy | Only with the termination notice rules in § 704.19 (generally at least 28 days for month-to-month) |
Wisconsin FAQ
How much notice is needed to raise rent in Wisconsin?
No specific rent-increase notice period was found in Wis. Stat. chapter 704. A periodic tenancy can be ended or changed only with the termination notice rules in § 704.19.
What is the month-to-month period under § 704.19?
Generally at least 28 days.
Which Wisconsin law was searched?
Wis. Stat. chapter 704, including § 704.19.
Sources for this section: Wis. Stat. ch. 704; § 704.19 (checked 2026-10-22)
Same topic in neighboring states
All Wisconsin landlord-tenant law · Wisconsin landlord FAQ · Security deposit limit · Deposit return deadline · Notice to enter · Required lease disclosures · Required disclosures (mold, lead, radon, bedbug, asbestos, flood zone)
Get alerts when Wisconsin's landlord laws change
A short email when a rule on this site changes. Free, unsubscribe anytime.