Rent Control in Takoma Park, Maryland

Last updated: 2026-01-28

A comprehensive guide to rent control in Takoma Park, the only city in Maryland with its own rent control ordinance.

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Overview of Takoma Park Rent Control

The City of Takoma Park, Maryland has a rent control ordinance that limits how much landlords can raise rents each year. Takoma Park is the only city in Maryland with its own rent control law, operating independently from county-level regulations.

The rent control ordinance applies to multifamily rental facilities and condominium units. The city issues an annual allowable rent increase rate. For July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, the allowable rent increase is 2.4%.

Who Is Covered?

Takoma Park's rent control ordinance applies to:

• Multifamily rental facilities
• Condominium units that are rented out

Exemptions:

• Single-family houses, accessory apartments, and duplexes when owner-occupied
• Landlords with tenants receiving rental assistance (Section 8)
• Affordable housing under government contract
• Newly constructed multi-family facilities

Rent Increase Limits

For July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, the maximum allowable rent increase is 2.4%.

The city sets this rate annually. Landlords must provide two months' written notice before implementing any rent increase.

Fair Return Rent Increases

A landlord may apply for an additional rent increase above the allowance if net operating income has not been maintained due to escalating operating expenses ("fair return" petition).

Annual Rent Reports

Landlords must submit an annual accounting of rents and fees charged to tenants. The Rent Stabilization Report is due on September 30 each year and must be submitted online.

Relationship to Montgomery County Law

Takoma Park is located within Montgomery County but has its own rent control ordinance that operates independently. The city is explicitly excluded from Montgomery County's rent stabilization law, meaning Takoma Park's city ordinance takes precedence.

Resources

• Takoma Park Rent Stabilization – City rent stabilization page
• Takoma Park Municipal Code – Full text of rent control ordinance

Important: This article is a high-level overview and does not constitute legal advice. For specific questions, contact the appropriate county or city agency.

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