National rent control replaced Rent Pressure Zone designations on 1 March 2026. For most private tenancies, rent increases are limited to the lower of 2% per year or CPI inflation. Qualifying new apartments and student accommodation where construction commenced from 10 June 2025 use CPI only, without the 2% limit. Approved Housing Body and cost rental tenancies have separate rules.
Rent can normally be reviewed once every 12 months. For tenancies created before 1 March 2026 in areas that became RPZs in the last 2 years, the first review must wait 24 months. Market rent resets are allowed only in specific cases, not for ongoing tenancies created before 1 March 2026.
Use the official RTB Rent Calculator and check the rules for your tenancy. SafeRent is independent and does not provide legal advice.