Mold Disclosure: El Cerrito vs Martinez
How do mold disclosure rules compare between El Cerrito, CA and Martinez, CA?
El Cerrito and Martinez have similar restriction levels.
El Cerrito, CA
Contra Costa County
California Civil Code Section 1940.9 and Health & Safety Code Section 26147 require landlords to disclose known visible mold to prospective tenants. Contra Costa County follows state law with no supplemental local mold ordinance.
View full El Cerrito rules →Martinez, CA
Contra Costa County
California Civil Code Section 1940.9 and Health & Safety Code Section 26147 require landlords to disclose known visible mold to prospective tenants. Contra Costa County follows state law with no supplemental local mold ordinance.
View full Martinez rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | El Cerrito | Martinez |
|---|---|---|
| Statute | Civil Code 1940.9 | Civil Code 1940.9 |
| Disclosure trigger | Known visible mold | Known visible mold |
| Habitability code | H&S 17920.3 | H&S 17920.3 |
| Local ordinance | None supplemental | None supplemental |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
El Cerrito FAQ
Can I sue my landlord for mold exposure?
Yes, under implied warranty of habitability, negligence, or breach of contract if the landlord knew or should have known of the condition and failed to remediate.
Who inspects rental mold complaints?
Contra Costa Environmental Health or the applicable building department investigates substandard housing complaints including mold.
Martinez FAQ
Can I sue my landlord for mold exposure?
Yes, under implied warranty of habitability, negligence, or breach of contract if the landlord knew or should have known of the condition and failed to remediate.
Who inspects rental mold complaints?
Contra Costa Environmental Health or the applicable building department investigates substandard housing complaints including mold.
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