Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 2 March 2017
126. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection when rent support in line with current rent will be increased in the case of persons (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11008/17]
View answerUnder the new Private Rental Tenancies Legislation a landlord must give a minimum of 90 days written notice prior to increasing a tenant’s rent.
The client concerned should submit to the Department an up to date Rent Supplement application form, lease agreement and verification of this 90 days’ notice confirming any increase in their monthly rent. On receipt of this documentation the client’s rate of Rent Supplement entitlement can be re-assessed.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
