Wisconsin has no rent control and no dedicated rent-increase notice law. Because an increase changes the terms of a periodic tenancy, it takes effect only at a new rental period, so a landlord must use the termination notice in Wis. Stat. Sec. 704.19. For month-to-month that means at least 28 days' written notice.
No Wisconsin statute caps residential rent or sets a stand-alone rent-increase notice period. A landlord cannot raise rent during a fixed-term lease unless the lease allows it. To raise rent on a month-to-month tenancy, the landlord must end the existing periodic tenancy and offer new terms, which triggers Wis. Stat. Sec. 704.19: 'at least 28 days' notice must be given except' where rent is payable on a basis less than monthly. The de facto rule is therefore 28 days' written notice before the increase. State law preempts most local rent control, so cities generally cannot impose stricter caps. Wis. Admin. Code ATCP 134 governs disclosures but adds no rent-increase notice requirement.
No specific statutory penalty for the increase itself. A rent increase imposed mid-fixed-term without lease authority, or on a month-to-month tenancy with less than the 28-day notice required to change terms under Sec. 704.19, is unenforceable for that period.
Other ordinances people look up for this city. Green dot = verified primary-source excerpt.
Wausau, WI
Wausau considers excessive barking a nuisance. Animal control handles complaints. WI Stat. §174 covers dog regulation statewide.
Wausau, WI
Wausau enforces quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM. The paper mill city along the Wisconsin River manages industrial noise from Verso and other mills under Wisco...
Wausau, WI
Wausau regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound amplification permits available for events. WI Stat. §947.01 applies.
Wausau, WI
Wausau requires vehicles parked on improved surfaces. Front lawn parking prohibited. Driveway modifications require permits.
Wausau, WI
Wausau restricts commercial vehicle parking in residential zones. Weight, size, and signage limits apply. Overnight heavy truck storage prohibited.
Wausau, WI
Wausau enforces a strict winter parking ban from November 1 through April 1. Alternate-side parking is required during snow events. With over 50 inches of an...
See how Wausau's rent increase notice rules stack up against other locations.
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.