California Rent control / stabilization
Does California have rent control?
Statewide rent cap: covered units may not be raised more than 5 percent plus the change in the cost of living, or 10 percent, whichever is lower, in any 12-month period. Many units are exempt, including most newer buildings and many single-family homes. The cap law (§ 1947.12) is set to be repealed on January 1, 2030.
Verified Source: Cal. Civ. Code § 1947.12(a), (o) · last checked 2026-10-23
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