Rent control

Rent control in Lyon 2026

Lyon is subject to rent control. The base rent of a listed dwelling is capped at the increased reference rent set by prefectural decree.

Status
Territory subject to rent control
Rate sectors
5 (Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5)
Barème validity
From November 1, 2025 to October 31, 2026
Prefectural decree
Arrêté préfectoral N°DDT 69-2025-10-23-00004, signé par Fabienne Buccio, Préfète de la région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Préfète du Rhône

Find your ceiling from your address

Your rent-control zone is detected automatically from your address — no need to know it. Adjust the number of rooms, construction period and furnished status to get the maximum authorized rent.

Enter your address: your rent-control zone is detected automatically.

Increased rent (ceiling) by zone

  • Zone 1—
  • Zone 2—
  • Zone 3—
  • Zone 4—
  • Zone 5—

Search your address or click a zone on the map to see the applicable ceiling.

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2026 reference-rent schedule — Lyon

Amounts in euros per m² of living area, excluding charges. Ranges cover all sectors and construction periods of the territory.

Number of rooms Unfurnished Furnished
1 room 14.10 to 19.40 €/m² increased up to 23.30 €/m² 15.90 to 21.90 €/m² increased up to 26.30 €/m²
2 rooms 12.10 to 15.80 €/m² increased up to 19.00 €/m² 13.70 to 17.90 €/m² increased up to 21.50 €/m²
3 rooms 10.40 to 13.60 €/m² increased up to 16.30 €/m² 11.80 to 15.40 €/m² increased up to 18.50 €/m²
4 rooms and more 9.80 to 13.10 €/m² increased up to 15.70 €/m² 11.10 to 14.80 €/m² increased up to 17.80 €/m²

Reference rents are expressed in €/m² excluding charges. The ceiling applicable to a specific dwelling depends on its sector, construction period and furnished status: use the simulator above for an exact result.

How does rent control work?

In territories subject to rent control (article 140 of the ELAN law of 23 November 2018), the base rent of a listed dwelling cannot exceed the increased reference rent set each year by prefectural decree. This ceiling, expressed in €/m², depends on the geographic sector, the number of rooms, the construction period and whether the dwelling is furnished.

A rent supplement may be added to the ceiling only if the dwelling has exceptional location or comfort features; it must be justified in the lease and remains prohibited for dwellings rated F or G on the EPC. The reference rent and increased reference rent are mandatory mentions in the lease.

If the ceiling is exceeded, the tenant may refer the matter to the departmental conciliation commission, and the prefect may, after formal notice, impose an administrative fine of up to €5,000 for an individual landlord and €15,000 for a legal entity, in addition to refunding the overcharge.

FAQ

What is the maximum authorized rent in Lyon?

The base rent cannot exceed the increased reference rent (+20% of the reference rent) applicable to the sector and dwelling characteristics, multiplied by the living area. This page's simulator gives the exact amount in Lyon from your address.

How do I find my rent-control zone in Lyon?

You don't need to know it: enter your address in the simulator above and your zone is detected automatically from its location. You can also click your sector directly on the map.

What does a landlord risk for exceeding the ceiling in Lyon?

The tenant can demand a rent reduction and a refund of the overcharge. After an unheeded formal notice, the prefect may impose an administrative fine of up to €5,000 for an individual and €15,000 for a legal entity.

Is a rent supplement possible?

A rent supplement may be added to the maximum base rent only if the dwelling has exceptional location or comfort features stated in the lease. It is prohibited for dwellings rated F or G on the EPC.