Index
California Tenant Protection Act of 2019 (AB 1482)
Summary
Establishes a statewide rent cap and requires 'just cause' for evictions for most residential tenancies.
Rights & Rules
- 01.Your annual rent cannot increase by more than 5% plus the local cost of living adjustment.
- 02.Your landlord cannot evict you without a valid legal reason if you have lived there for 12 months.
- 03.You may be entitled to relocation assistance if you are evicted for a 'no-fault' reason.
Penalties
- 01.Payment of relocation assistance equal to one month's rent.
- 02.Voiding of illegal rent increases.
- 03.Legal fees and court costs in successful tenant lawsuits.
Verified Citations
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