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This bill prohibits residential landlords from increasing the rent amount after an applicant has submitted and been approved for a rental application. Specifically, when a landlord provides a rental application that specifies a particular monthly rent amount for a specific rental unit, and the applicant is subsequently approved, the landlord must offer a lease agreement at that originally stated rent amount. If a landlord attempts to increase the rent after approving an application, they can be held liable for penalties, including $100, three times the amount of any application fee or deposit, and the applicant's reasonable attorney's fees. The law applies only to rental applications submitted on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025, and is designed to protect prospective tenants from unexpected rent increases during the application process. By establishing clear rules around rental applications and rent pricing, the bill aims to provide more transparency and fairness in the residential rental market.

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