How does a Florida landlord calculate a legal rent increase?
Florida has no statewide cap, so the calculation is simpler: choose the new rent (any amount), serve the proper advance notice (Fla. Stat. 83.57 (30-day month-to-month termination default, post-HB 1417)), and the new rent is legal on the effective date. Local rent-control ordinances in specific cities may add a cap; check before raising rent.
Source: Fla. Stat. 83.57 (30-day month-to-month termination default, post-HB 1417)
This is an informational answer based on Fla. Stat. 83.57 (30-day month-to-month termination default, post-HB 1417) as of early 2026. It is not legal advice. Housing law changes year to year and local ordinances (especially in rent-controlled or rent-stabilized cities) can override or add to state law. For contested cases, consult a Florida-licensed attorney.