Landlords and Tenants Association of Kenya
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Conflict hotspot
Rent increment
Unlawful or disputed rent increases and review clauses.
Understanding the issue
Rent increment
Rent increment disputes occur when landlords raise rent without proper notice, beyond agreed caps, or outside what the law allows for controlled tenancies. Tenants need predictability; landlords need lawful routes to adjust returns.
- ·Notice periods and form matter for lawful increases
- ·Controlled tenancies may have tribunal oversight
- ·Commercial and residential rules differ under CAP 296 and CAP 301
- ·Verbal increments are a frequent source of conflict
Your rights
Know where you stand
- ·Review your tenancy agreement and applicable CAP provisions
- ·Challenge increases that skip notice or exceed lawful limits
- ·Negotiate through LATAK mediation before tribunal
- ·Business tenants may use the Business Rent Tribunal
Next steps
What to do now
- 01
Compare the proposed rent to your agreement and law
- 02
Respond in writing within the notice period
- 03
Escalate to LATAK if the landlord insists on an unlawful hike
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Facing rent increment?
Contact LATAK through our form, WhatsApp or your nearest county desk. Active members receive tribunal representation and chapter referrals.