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Los Angeles County (unincorporated), 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, for fully covered rental units in unincorporated areas.
Just-cause evictionYes.
Rental licensing / registrationYes.

Details & sources

Rent control / stabilization

Yes, for fully covered rental units in unincorporated areas. Since January 1, 2025, yearly increases are limited to 60% of the average CPI change, capped at 3%. Small property landlords may add 1% (4% total), and luxury units may add 2%.

Verified Source: L.A. County Code § 8.52.050 (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15

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Just-cause eviction

Yes. A landlord may terminate a tenancy of a fully or partially covered unit only for an at-fault or no-fault reason, with written notice under Civ. Code §§ 1946–1946.5.

Verified Source: L.A. County Code § 8.52.090 (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15

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Rental licensing / registration

Yes. By September 30 each year, landlords must register each non-exempt rental unit in the County Rent Registry and report changes within 30 days.

Verified Source: L.A. County Code § 8.52.080 (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15

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