What's changing in Maine rental law

In effect

1. 2023Maine

   Took effect: Maine notice of rent or mandatory recurring fee increase

   No cap, but 45 days' notice first.

2. 2023Maine

   Took effect: Maine limits on fees charged to rental applicants

   No application fee, only one screening's cost.

3. 2023Maine

   Took effect: Maine limit on initial amount paid by tenant

   Rent, a capped deposit, and listed fees.

4. 2017Maine

   Took effect: Maine tenancy-at-will termination notice

   No reason needed, but 30 days' written notice.

5. 1981Maine

   Took effect: Maine rent increase limitation (warranty of habitability)

   No, not while the home breaks the warranty of habitability.

6. 1977Maine

   Took effect: Maine security deposits on residential rental units (cap and return)

   Max 2 months' rent.