Indiana Rent Increase & Late Fee Laws
Indiana rules on rent increases & late fees for renters and landlords, with the statute or official page behind each answer. Last verified: 2026-10-22.
Short answer: Preempted: local units may not regulate rental rates for privately owned property, nor screening, security deposits, lease applications, lease terms, disclosures, parties' rights, or landlord fees, unless authorized by the General Assembly. IC 32-31-1-20
The rules in Indiana
| Rent control / increase limits | Preempted: local units may not regulate rental rates for privately owned property, nor screening, security deposits, lease applications, lease terms, disclosures, parties' rights, or landlord fees, unless authorized by the General Assembly. Does not apply to property receiving government funds for reduced rents. Amended by P.L.266-2017, P.L.168-2020, P.L.215-2021. Source: IC 32-31-1-20 |
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| Late fees | No statutory cap or grace period. Local governments are barred from regulating fees charged by landlords unless authorized by the General Assembly (IC 32-31-1-20(c)). |
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Indiana vs. neighboring states
| State | Rent control / increase limits | Late fees |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | Preempted: local units may not regulate rental rates for privately owned property, nor screening, security deposits, lease applications, lease terms, disclosures, parties' rights, or landlord fees, unless authorized by the General Assembly. Does not apply to property receiving government funds for reduced rents. IC 32-31-1-20 | No statutory cap or grace period. IC 32-31 (no late-fee provision); IC 32-31-1-20(c)(7) |
| Illinois | No statewide rent control, and home rule units are preempted from regulating the amount of rent charged for private residential or commercial property. 50 ILCS 825/10 (Rent Control Preemption Act) | No statutory cap statewide. AG: landlord may charge a reasonable fee for late rent. Landlords with 100+ units and an on-site office must accept rent there without penalty. Illinois AG fact sheet; 735 ILCS 5/9-218 |
| Kentucky | Preempted: only the General Assembly may enact rent control on private property; local governments may not. No statewide cap. KRS 65.875 | No statutory cap or grace period. KRS Chapter 383 (no late-fee provision) |
| Michigan | Statewide preemption: local governments may not adopt, maintain, or enforce any ordinance or resolution that would have the effect of controlling rent on private residential property. No statewide rent cap. MCL 123.411 | No statutory cap None (common law) |
| Ohio | Local rent control and rent stabilization are preempted statewide. Ohio Rev. Code § 5321.19(A) | No statutory cap No statute; Ohio Rev. Code § 5321.14 (unconscionable clauses) |
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Indiana Rent Increase & Late Fee Laws FAQ
Is there rent control or a limit on rent increases in Indiana?
Preempted: local units may not regulate rental rates for privately owned property, nor screening, security deposits, lease applications, lease terms, disclosures, parties' rights, or landlord fees, unless authorized by the General Assembly. Does not apply to property receiving government funds for reduced rents. (IC 32-31-1-20)
Is there a limit on late fees in Indiana?
No statutory cap or grace period. (IC 32-31 (no late-fee provision); IC 32-31-1-20(c)(7))
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.