For a rent increase, the notice must come before the lease ends and list the new terms.
From 25 Del. C. § 5107, read Oct 6, 2026.Show the law
“the landlord shall give the tenant a minimum of 60 days’ written notice prior to the expiration of the rental agreement that the agreement shall be renewed subject to amended or modified provisions …”
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Delaware lawIn force
Delaware 60-day notice of rent increase on lease renewal (no cap)
How much can my rent go up?
No cap, but 60 days' written notice.
For a rent increase, the notice must come before the lease ends and list the new terms.
Who it covers
Exemptions: Does not apply where rent and deposit are a function of income under HUD regulations.
The law, word for word
“the landlord shall give the tenant a minimum of 60 days’ written notice prior to the expiration of the rental agreement that the agreement shall be renewed subject to amended or modified provisions …”