Just Cause Eviction: Compton vs Santa Monica
How do just cause eviction rules compare between Compton, CA and Santa Monica, CA?
Compton has fewer restrictions than Santa Monica.
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.
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Los Angeles County
Santa Monica enforces strict just-cause eviction protections. Tenants may only be evicted for enumerated at-fault or no-fault reasons. No-fault evictions require relocation assistance. Ordinance 2776 (2024) expanded anti-discrimination and harassment protections.
View full Santa Monica rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Compton | Santa Monica |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Cause | - | Required for all evictions |
| Relocation | - | Required for no-fault evictions |
| Ord. 2776 | - | 2024 expanded protections |
| Enforcement | - | Rent Control Board |
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.
Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica 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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