Rent control laws limit the amount a landlord can increase rents on existing tenants. Most states have laws that prohibit local governments from enacting rent control measures. But over 180 municipalities in the United States have rent control measures—and all of them are located in California, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Washington, D.C.
The state of Oregon has a statewide rent control law that limits annual rent increases to 7% plus the increase in the consumer price index.
As of the current knowledge cutoff in 2023, Utah does not have statewide rent control laws that limit the amount a landlord can increase rents on existing tenants. Unlike Oregon, which has implemented statewide rent control, Utah allows landlords to set rental prices at market rates. However, landlords in Utah are required to honor the terms of the lease, and any rent increase must be communicated according to the lease agreement and Utah law. If a lease does not specify the duration of the tenancy or the rent amount, Utah law requires a 15-day notice for month-to-month rental agreements before changing the rent or other terms. It's important for tenants and landlords to review their lease agreements and be aware of any local ordinances that may affect rental terms, although as stated, Utah does not have local rent control measures like those found in some other states.