Do I need to resign entire lease agreement for renewal

[Curtis Mears]

I have a leased property coming due in 45 days. I will be increasing the rent and would like to get a 1 year renewal. Can I send a 1 page addendum to have them sign which states the new payment amount, the new start and end date, and a reference back to all the other terms as stated in the original lease, or do I need to get a completely new lease signed?

[Eric G.]

I can't speak specifically to NC, but here in CA all you need is the one page addendum that references the original lease and states any new terms. Anything not addressed will remain as it stands in the original lease.