Los Angeles County
Rent Control
& Tenant Rules

What you
need to know

If you are a renter or a housing provider in Los Angeles County, knowing what rules apply to where you live or rent can be challenging.

We are facing a housing crisis in Los Angeles County, with a critical shortage of available rental units to meet the demand of all our residents. With potential new ordinances being heard across the county, it is important to know what rules are already on the books.

How rent control &
tenant rules affect you

Various cities in Los Angeles County have differing rules around rent control. Please click on your city to see how Rent Control and Tenant Rules affect where you live:

Whether you are renting out your property to a tenant or are a renter, you can find resources on what the rent increase process is like, pass-throughs and surcharges, security and move-in transactions, legal assistance, and vacancy and eviction issues.

Click on your city to see what the different rules are around rent control in your area, as well as finding helpful resources for your situation.

Providers

Communicate Fast & Fair Fast, friendly replies go a long way.

Keep It Maintained Safe, clean, and move-in ready.

Stay Organized Track it all, run smooth and fair.

Tenants

Pay on Time: Never late, always great.

Care for Your Home: Treat it like it’s your own

Respect Rules & Neighbors: Harmony keeps home happy.