California AB 1482 

 California Rent Cap & Just Cause Eviction

In general, 1482 applies only to multi-family properties, ie. duplex and larger. However, there are exceptions. Consult your attorney to determine if your property is "subject to" or "exempt" from 1482.

Assemblymember Chiu's "Tenant Protection Act of 2019" otherwise known as"1482" is legislation caps rent increases statewide and provides “just cause” eviction protections to tenants throughout California took effect January 1, 2020.  

Rent Cap: You may raise the rent up to 5% plus the applicable Consumer Price Index (CPI) or 10%, whichever is lower. Percentage change in the CPI would mean the percentage change from April 1 of the prior year, to March 31 of the current year for the region in which the rental property is located. Your calculation must be from the lowest gross rental rate charged for the unit at any time during the 12 months prior to the effective date of increase. The CPI will be recalculated every year based upon the April CPI, but usually isn't announced by the State until @ June.  

At January 1, 2023 the rent cap for properties subject to 1482 is 10%. 

Just Cause Evictions: Evictions must be based on “just cause” meaning the owner must have a just cause for the eviction. “Just cause” is divided into two categories – at-fault evictions and no-fault evictions. The law requires that you provide a reason for the eviction (in the notice to quit) and it must fall within the permissible reasons, as set forth by the law. In addition, under State law you must pay 1 month relocation. However, some municipalities have higher relocation payment requirements. For example, in Santa Barbara County, at January 1, 2023, the City of Santa Barbara continues to require 3 months relocation. SBRPA is litigating against the City on this, so the amount may change in the future.

1482 Notice Requirements: Written notice must be provided to renters as an addendum to their lease, whether the property is Subject to AB 1482 or Exempt from AB 1482. See FAQ's to determine which Notice is required for your property.