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Check whether a Los Angeles rent increase is legal under the LA Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO). Los Angeles limits annual rent increases to 4% for covered properties — buildings with 2+ units built before October 1, 1978.
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Many rent control laws only apply to buildings built before a certain year.
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How Los Angeles Rent Increases Work
Los Angeles has a two-layer rent regulation system. The local Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) caps annual increases at 4% for covered properties — residential buildings with 2 or more units built before October 1, 1978. Properties not covered by the RSO may still be subject to California's statewide AB 1482 cap (5% + CPI, max 10%). Landlords must provide 30 days written notice for increases of 10% or less and 90 days for increases over 10%. The RSO also requires landlords to register their properties with the LA Housing Department.
LA RSO Coverage and Exemptions
The Los Angeles RSO covers approximately 630,000 rental units across the city. To be covered, a property must have 2 or more dwelling units and have received a certificate of occupancy before October 1, 1978. Exemptions include single-family homes, condominiums, buildings built after 1978, government-owned housing, and certain luxury units. If your building is exempt from the RSO, the statewide AB 1482 cap may still apply if the building was constructed more than 15 years ago.
Tenant Protections in Los Angeles
LA tenants in RSO-covered buildings have significant protections beyond rent increase limits. Landlords can only evict RSO tenants for specific just causes, including nonpayment of rent, violation of lease terms, or owner move-in. The city also requires relocation assistance when tenants are displaced through no fault of their own. If you believe your rent increase exceeds the RSO limit, you can file a complaint with the LA Housing Department. Tenants can also request a hearing if they believe the increase is excessive.
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