Maine rental law
As of Oct 7, 2026. Not legal advice.
Raise rent in Maine
Under state law: any amount, from Dec 1, 2026
No rent increase if home breaks habitability rules. Give 45 days' written notice, so the tenant has it by Oct 17, 2026.
Rules for every lease in Maine
The next 12 months
Nothing scheduled to change here before Oct 7, 2027.
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