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.
In Wisconsin, there are currently no rent control laws in place. The state has a preemption law that prohibits local municipalities from enacting rent control measures. This means that landlords in Wisconsin are generally free to set and increase rent prices without a cap, as long as they comply with the terms of the lease and provide proper notice to tenants before implementing rent increases. Any rent increase would also need to adhere to Wisconsin's landlord-tenant laws, which require certain notices and procedures to be followed. It's important for tenants to review their lease agreements and understand their rights under Wisconsin law regarding rent increases and other landlord actions.