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Rent Control Violations

Local rent-control ordinances are complex. We identify violations, enforce tenant protections, and pursue damages for affected renters.

Rent Control Violations Across Los Angeles County

Navigating local rent-control ordinances is complex. Los Angeles, Long Beach, Glendale, and many other jurisdictions maintain their own rent-stabilization rules layered on top of California's statewide AB 1482 (the Tenant Protection Act). We identify violations, enforce tenant protections, and pursue damages on behalf of affected renters.

Illegal Rent Increases and Overcharges

Where a landlord raises rent beyond the lawful cap, fails to register a unit, or imposes improper pass-through charges, tenants may be entitled to refunds and statutory damages. We analyze your rent history against the applicable ordinance and pursue recovery.

  • LARSO (Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance) violations
  • AB 1482 statewide rent-cap and just-cause compliance
  • Unlawful pass-throughs and fees
  • Failure to pay required relocation assistance
  • Illegal rent increases and unregistered units

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FAQ

Rent Control Violations FAQs

What is AB 1482 and which properties does it cover?
AB 1482, the California Tenant Protection Act, limits annual rent increases and requires just cause for most evictions statewide. The cap is 5 percent plus local CPI, or 10 percent, whichever is lower. It generally covers buildings at least 15 years old with two or more units, unless a stricter local ordinance applies or the unit is an exempt single-family home or condo with proper written notice.
How is the Los Angeles RSO different from AB 1482?
The Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance covers most multi-family units built on or before October 1, 1978, and it is stricter than AB 1482. It sets a lower rent cap, lists specific just cause grounds, and requires relocation assistance and prompt filing of eviction notices with the Housing Department. Where both could apply, the more protective rule governs the unit.
How much can a landlord raise the rent on an RSO unit?
For RSO-covered units in the City of Los Angeles, the allowable annual increase for July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 is 3 percent. Landlords may raise rent once every 12 months and must give at least 30 days written notice for increases under 10 percent. Small registration and code-enforcement fee surcharges may be passed through with proper notice.
Does unincorporated Los Angeles County have its own rent law?
Yes. Unincorporated LA County has its own Rent Stabilization and Tenant Protections Ordinance administered by the Department of Consumer and Business Affairs. Fully covered units are generally those in two-or-more-unit buildings with a certificate of occupancy on or before February 1, 1995. Several other LA County cities, including Santa Monica, West Hollywood, Inglewood, Culver City, Maywood, and Cudahy, have their own ordinances.
My rent was raised above the legal limit. What can I do?
If your unit is covered by the City of LA RSO, you can file a complaint with the Los Angeles Housing Department. For unincorporated county units, you can apply to the LA County DCBA. For AB 1482-only properties, a written demand citing Civil Code section 1947.12 is a first step, followed by a civil claim if it is not resolved. Keep written records of every notice you receive.

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