AB 12 marks a significant shift in California’s residential rental landscape, ushering in a new era of tenant protections and reshaping the rules surrounding security deposits. This groundbreaking legislation, signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom and championed by Assemblyman Matt Haney, a Democrat, aims to alleviate financial burdens on tenants while promoting more equitable ..Read More

The proposed ordinance facing deliberation by the Costa Mesa City Council on November 7 marks a significant potential shift in the dynamics between landlords and tenants. If enacted, this legislation could place substantial financial and procedural burdens on landlords, particularly in cases of no-fault evictions. One of the key provisions in the proposed ordinance is ..Read More

An At-Fault Termination of Tenancy, as outlined in the provided information, refers to circumstances where a landlord has valid reasons to terminate a tenancy agreement. In this case, one of the qualifying factors for an At-Fault termination is the tenant’s failure to pay rent exceeding a specified monetary threshold. Let’s delve into the details of ..Read More

Licensing for dogs and, in certain areas, cats, is a crucial component of responsible pet ownership in the County of Los Angeles. This comprehensive program is overseen by the Department, ensuring the safety, identification, and well-being of pets within the community. All dogs within the County are mandated to be licensed, and in unincorporated areas ..Read More

A proposal has been put forth by certain Los Angeles City Council members to prolong the existing COVID-19 rent increase freeze in order to uphold the current situation while a forthcoming evaluation of the city’s rent control formula takes place. The motion, introduced this month, seeks to task the Los Angeles Housing Department with conducting ..Read More

The adoption of tenant protections by the Burbank City Council on September 12, 2023, marks a significant step toward safeguarding the rights of residents in the city, particularly those facing no-fault, just cause evictions due to demolition or substantial remodels. The Burbank Tenant Protection Urgency Ordinance outlines a comprehensive set of requirements aimed at ensuring ..Read More

The recent developments in Pomona’s housing regulations mark a significant shift in the landscape of rental property management. On August 1st, the Pomona City Council took a decisive step by adopting a rent control ordinance that brings about immediate changes while signaling the forthcoming drafting of a more comprehensive and permanent version. One of the ..Read More

The following list of bills have reached the Governor’s desk and have been signed in the month of October so far. AB 690 AB 690, introduced by Assemblymember Chen, addresses the regulation of legal document assistants (LDAs) and unlawful detainer assistants (UDAs) within the legal framework. The bill proposes an extension of the existing provisions ..Read More

Tenants who rent in California and don’t have a signed lease or rental agreement are typically called tenants at-will and typically operate on a month-to-month basis. All tenants in California have certain rights which we’ll go over here in detail. At-will Tenant Rights and Protections Even without a formal lease, tenants at will still enjoy ..Read More

In California, landlords must adhere to specific rules and regulations when it comes to terminating a lease or asking a tenant to vacate a rental property. The rules vary depending on the type of tenancy (e.g., month-to-month, fixed-term) and the reason for eviction. Important note: Before taking any legal action against a tenant, it is ..Read More