Statutory cap, exemptions, and notice rules under Minn. Stat. § 471.9996 (2021 — cities may enact RC)
Minnesota lifted state preemption in 2021. St. Paul enacted a 3% annual cap; Minneapolis tied its cap to CPI. Both have ownership-transfer and renovation exemptions.
| Rule | Requirement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Statewide cap | None | Minn. Stat. § 471.9996 (2021 — cities may enact RC) |
| 2025 maximum increase | No limit | — |
| Notice required | Typically 30–60 days written notice | State landlord-tenant law |
| Retaliation prohibited | Yes — increases cannot be retaliatory or discriminatory | Federal Fair Housing Act + state law |
Even where a cap applies, the following unit types are typically not covered:
If your unit is exempt, the landlord may raise rent to any market-rate amount with proper notice.
These Minnesota cities currently have or are actively developing rent stabilization ordinances. Caps and covered-unit definitions vary — check your city's municipal code or housing authority for the current allowable increase.
Minnesota has no statewide rent increase cap. Some cities and counties have local ordinances — check your specific municipality.
Yes — while Minnesota has no statewide cap, local governments are permitted to enact rent control ordinances, and some have.
In Minnesota, landlords must generally provide at least 30 days' written notice before increasing rent for month-to-month tenants. For covered units under Minn. Stat. § 471.9996 (2021 — cities may enact RC), any increase above the allowable cap requires proper written notice and may require additional disclosures.
In Minnesota, there is no statewide cap. The increase can be any amount as long as proper notice is given and the increase is not retaliatory or discriminatory.
Statutory data sourced from published Minnesota law (Minn. Stat. § 471.9996 (2021 — cities may enact RC)), BLS Consumer Price Index (2024–2025), and state agency publications. Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates for median rent. Last updated April 29, 2026. This page is informational only and does not constitute legal advice.
