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In Iowa, a rent increase needs 30 days' written notice and cannot start before the lease term ends.

Checked against Iowa law on Oct 28, 2026.

Earliest start for the new rent

Assumes rent is due on the 1st. Where Iowa law has more than one notice period, this uses the longest.

What Iowa law says

How much notice does a landlord need to give for a rent increase in Iowa?

In Iowa, a rent increase needs 30 days' written notice and cannot start before the lease term ends.

Source: Iowa Code § 562A.13(5), read Oct 28, 2026.

Check your city's rules too: a city or county can set stricter limits. This is general information, not legal advice.

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