Rent control laws limit the amount a landlord can increase rents on existing tenants. Most states have laws that prohibit local governments from enacting rent control measures. But over 180 municipalities in the United States have rent control measures—and all of them are located in California, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Washington, D.C.
The state of Oregon has a statewide rent control law that limits annual rent increases to 7% plus the increase in the consumer price index.
In Missouri, there are currently no rent control laws in place that limit the amount a landlord can increase rents on existing tenants. Unlike states such as California, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Oregon, where rent control measures are in effect in certain municipalities or statewide, Missouri does not have statutes that provide for rent control. Landlords in Missouri are generally free to set and increase rent prices as they see fit, subject to the terms of the lease and providing proper notice to tenants as required by law. It's important for tenants to review their lease agreements to understand any provisions related to rent increases. Additionally, while Missouri does not have rent control, landlords are still required to adhere to other landlord-tenant laws regarding notice periods for rent increases and lease renewals.