Just Cause Eviction: Compton vs Pasadena
How do just cause eviction rules compare between Compton, CA and Pasadena, CA?
Compton has fewer restrictions than Pasadena.
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 →Pasadena, CA
Los Angeles County
Pasadena's Fair and Equitable Housing Charter Amendment (Article XVIII, Measure H 2022) requires just cause for eviction. 11 enumerated reasons: 7 at-fault and 4 no-fault. Termination notice must be filed with Rent Stabilization Dept within 3 days. Relocation assistance required for no-fault evictions.
View full Pasadena rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Compton | Pasadena |
|---|---|---|
| Local Ordinance | None, state law applies | - |
| State Law | AB 1482, CC 1946.2 | - |
| Threshold | 12+ months occupancy | - |
| No-Fault Relocation | One month's rent | - |
| Just Causes | - | 11 enumerated (7 at-fault, 4 no-fault) |
| Filing | - | 3 days to file with RSD |
| Relocation | - | Required for no-fault evictions |
| Authority | - | Article XVIII (Measure H 2022) |
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.
Pasadena 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 Pasadena 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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