California Rent control / state preemption

Can cities in California pass rent control?

There is a statewide rent cap: covered units may not be raised more than 5% plus the change in cost of living, or 10%, whichever is lower, over any 12 months (exemptions apply). Cities may also have their own rent control.

Verified Source: Cal. Civ. Code § 1947.12(a) · last checked 2026-10-15