Landlords and tenants can create custom addendums to address unique situations or concerns that are not covered by the standard lease agreement. It's important for both parties to understand and agree to the terms outlined in any addendum before signing.
Ask why they're putting the rent up. Implore them not to. List all of the reasons why you've been a great tenant, explain how much you love living in the flat, that you're in it for the long haul. If they won't agree to keep your rent the same, try to negotiate a less substantial increase.
Under AB 1482, landlords can raise rent by a maximum of 5% plus the local CPI or 10%, whichever is lower.
Yes, you can negotiate. If you ask for a lower rent increase the worst they can say is no. Some complexes have set rates for each unit size/style and will only give you the option to accept the new rate or move out. But you will never know if you don't ask.
In Santa Clara County, landlords will not be able to raise rent in one year more than an estimated 8.3% per year. If you have rented your unit for over a year, your landlord will not be able to evict you without a good reason, like not paying rent or violating your lease agreement.
In Santa Clara County, landlords will not be able to raise rent in one year more than an estimated 8.3% per year. If you have rented your unit for over a year, your landlord will not be able to evict you without a good reason, like not paying rent or violating your lease agreement.
All units in California are covered by the rent-ceiling limitations of State of California rent control except: Affordable housing units, BMR units, project-based subsidized housing and Section 8 voucher units. Dorms constructed and maintained by a university and occupied by enrolled students.
Santa Clarita does not have strict rent control regulations. This allows landlords more flexibility in setting rental rates and lease terms. However, some statewide regulations may apply, such as limits on annual rent increases based on inflation.
When raising your rent, your landlord must provide formal written notice — a call, text, or email is not enough — at least 30 days before the increase can take effect.