Just Cause Eviction: Compton vs Long Beach
How do just cause eviction rules compare between Compton, CA and Long Beach, CA?
Compton has fewer restrictions than Long Beach.
Compton, CA
Los Angeles County
Compton does not have its own just cause eviction ordinance. State law AB 1482 (CA Civil Code 1946.2) provides just cause eviction protections for tenants in occupancy 12+ months. For-cause and no-fault reasons are defined by state law. No-fault evictions require one month's rent relocation assistance.
View full Compton rules →Long Beach, CA
Los Angeles County
Long Beach enforces a Just Cause for Termination of Tenancies ordinance under LBMC Ch. 8.99 (adopted 2020). Landlords must have an enumerated at-fault or no-fault reason. No-fault terminations require relocation assistance of 1 month's rent or $4,500 for demolition/remodel.
View full Long Beach rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Compton | Long Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Local Ordinance | None, state law applies | - |
| State Law | AB 1482, CC 1946.2 | - |
| Threshold | 12+ months occupancy | - |
| No-Fault Relocation | One month's rent | - |
| Code | - | LBMC Ch. 8.99 |
| Adopted | - | 2020 |
| Relocation | - | $4,500 or 2 months rent (demolition) |
| Other No-Fault | - | 1 month's rent relocation |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Compton FAQ
Can my landlord evict me without a reason?
In units covered by just cause protections, no. Landlords must have a valid reason. Check if your unit is covered under Compton or state just cause requirements.
What is a self-help eviction?
When a landlord tries to force a tenant out by changing locks, removing doors, shutting off utilities, or removing belongings. This is illegal everywhere and tenants can sue for damages.
Long Beach FAQ
Can my landlord evict me without a reason?
In units covered by just cause protections, no. Landlords must have a valid reason. Check if your unit is covered under Long Beach or state just cause requirements.
What is a self-help eviction?
When a landlord tries to force a tenant out by changing locks, removing doors, shutting off utilities, or removing belongings. This is illegal everywhere and tenants can sue for damages.
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