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California Tenant relocation assistance

Last reviewed 2026-10-22

Tenant relocation assistance in California

For a no-fault just-cause termination under the Tenant Protection Act, the owner must pay relocation assistance or waive the final month's rent, equal to one month of the tenant's rent. Relocation payments are due within 15 calendar days of the notice.

Verified Source: Cal. Civ. Code § 1946.2(d) · last checked 2026-10-22

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