Re: Can a Landlord Increase Rent if the Spouse of a Tenant Moves In
Quoting NYrenter
I understand that a landlord can ordinarily raise rent however much they want, but I question the raise immediately after finding out another person is in the apartment. Is there a reason why this behavior is not improper?
Some leases specifically provide for a rent increase if the number of occupants increases. If yours is silent on the issue, having a spouse move in shouldn't be grounds for a rent increase, although the rent can be increased when the present lease term ends.