State rules
No cap on the amount — but the notice rule has teeth: 60 days for most tenants, and 120 days for month-to-month tenants over age 62.
| Amount cap | No cap on the amount. |
|---|---|
| Notice for an increase | 60 days for most tenants; 120 days for month-to-month tenants over age 62. |
| Frequency | No statewide frequency limit beyond the notice and lease rules. |
| Retaliation window | 180 days — an increase inside it is presumed retaliatory. |
| Local rent caps | Not barred statewide; check your city. |
| Sources | R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-18-16.1 |
No statewide lot-rent cap; the 60/120-day notice tiers protect park residents too.
Rules checked October 2026
Sources: R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-18-16.1. Information, not legal advice.