Rent increase rules in Saint Paul
St. Paul's Rent Stabilization Ordinance caps annual rent increases at 3% across all rental units citywide — one of the strictest caps in the country. Limited exemptions for new construction.
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State rules that apply in Saint Paul
St. Paul caps annual increases at 3%. Minneapolis voters authorized rent control in 2021 but no ordinance has been enacted. 30-day notice required statewide. Required notice: 30 days.
Local resource
St. Paul Rent Stabilization (opens in new tab)
State source
Minn. Stat. §504B (opens in new tab)
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