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Alameda, CA local landlord rules

3 of 3 topics verified

State law also applies. See California landlord-tenant law.

Last reviewed 2026-10-15

Quick facts

TopicAt a glance
Rent control / stabilizationYes.
Just-cause evictionYes.
Rental licensing / registrationYes.

Details & sources

Rent control / stabilization

Yes. For units not exempt under state law, rent increases are limited by the Annual General Adjustment: 70% of the April-to-April CPI change, with a floor of 1% and a ceiling of 5%.

Verified Source: Alameda Mun. Code § 6-58.15 (Art. XV) (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15

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Just-cause eviction

Yes. A landlord may terminate a tenancy only on a listed ground (for example, nonpayment of rent). The notice must state the cause.

Verified Source: Alameda Mun. Code §§ 6-58.80, 6-58.110 (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15

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Rental licensing / registration

Yes. Landlords must file a registration statement for each rental unit with the Program Administrator. For non-exempt units, they must also file within 30 days of a new tenancy and within 30 days of a change of ownership.

Verified Source: Alameda Mun. Code § 6-58.55 (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15

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