Rent Control: Carmichael vs Elk Grove
How do rent control rules compare between Carmichael, CA and Elk Grove, CA?
Carmichael has fewer restrictions than Elk Grove.
Carmichael, CA
Sacramento County
Unincorporated Sacramento County has NO local rent cap. Statewide AB 1482 (Tenant Protection Act of 2019) applies: annual rent increases capped at 5 percent plus CPI, or 10 percent maximum, whichever is lower. Just-cause eviction required for tenants of 12+ months. Single-family homes owned by individuals and buildings under 15 years old are generally exempt.
View full Carmichael rules →Elk Grove, CA
Sacramento County
Elk Grove has no local rent control ordinance. Statewide AB 1482 (Tenant Protection Act of 2019) caps annual rent increases at 5% plus CPI (max 10%) for covered units and requires just cause for evictions after 12 months of tenancy.
View full Elk Grove rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Carmichael | Elk Grove |
|---|---|---|
| Local Cap | None in unincorporated county | - |
| State Law | AB 1482 | - |
| Cap | 5 percent + CPI or 10 percent max | - |
| Just Cause | After 12 months | - |
| Sunset | January 1, 2030 | - |
| Local cap | - | None (AB 1482 only) |
| AB 1482 cap | - | 5% + CPI, max 10%/yr |
| Just cause | - | After 12 months tenancy |
| Exemptions | - | SFH/condo by individuals, <15 yr new construction |
| Relocation | - | Required for no-fault eviction |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Carmichael FAQ
How much can my landlord raise my rent?
Under AB 1482, no more than 5 percent plus regional CPI or 10 percent, whichever is lower, in a 12-month period, unless your unit is exempt.
Is my single-family rental covered by AB 1482?
Single-family homes owned by individuals are exempt if the landlord provides the required notice. Corporate-owned single-family homes are covered.
Elk Grove FAQ
How much can my Elk Grove landlord raise my rent?
If AB 1482 covers your unit, 5% plus regional CPI each year, capped at 10% total. If exempt, there is no statutory cap but you still must get proper notice.
Does Elk Grove have rent control?
No local ordinance — only the statewide AB 1482 Tenant Protection Act applies.
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