Rent reviews: national rent control in Ireland

Recommended good practice for landlords in the Republic of Ireland, not a statutory requirement. No fixed renewal date, and here is who can do it, which properties it covers and what the law says.

At a glance

How often
No fixed renewal date
Who does it
The landlord (or their agent)
Applies to
Every rented property
Legal status
Good practice, not a statutory requirement

Common questions

Does the Rent reviews: national rent control need to be renewed?

There is no fixed renewal date. It is a standing duty that applies as good practice, for example at the start of a tenancy.

Who is responsible for the Rent reviews: national rent control?

The landlord (or their agent).

Does it apply to every rented property in Ireland?

Yes. It applies to every rented property in the Republic of Ireland.

Is it a legal requirement?

No. It is recommended good practice rather than a statutory duty in the Republic of Ireland. Residential Tenancies Act 2004, ss.19 to 22, as amended in 2026. From 1 March 2026, rent may be reviewed at most once every 12 months and rises by no more than CPI inflation or 2%, whichever is lower (new apartments begun after 10 June 2025: CPI only). Serve at least 90 days' notice and copy it to the RTB. Rent Pressure Zones no longer exist, but some older tenancies keep earlier review timings. RTB fixed fine €200 for rent breaches.

Written from the same rule Beamwise uses to track this for properties in the Republic of Ireland, last updated 15 Sept 2026. Rules change, so check the legislation named above or take professional advice before relying on it.

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