Politics & Government

Landlord Notifications About Rent Being Raised To Change In Miami-Dade

"It gives residents time to prepare or find a new place to live," said Commissioner Eileen Higgins, who proposed the ordinance.

March 16, 2022

Miami-Dade County commissioners voted Tuesday on an ordinance to require landlords to give 60-days' notice to tenants when rent is increasing by more than 5%.

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The move comes at a time the county is facing an affordable housing crisis with rent skyrocketing.

“It gives residents time to prepare or find a new place to live,” said Commissioner Eileen Higgins, who proposed the ordinance.

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