Just Cause Eviction: Fillmore vs Moorpark

Does Fillmore have just cause eviction protections?

California AB 1482 applies in Fillmore, requiring just cause to evict tenants in qualifying units after 12 months of tenancy. Fillmore does not have a separate local just cause eviction ordinance.

What is just cause for eviction in Fillmore?

At-fault causes include nonpayment, lease violations, and nuisance. No-fault causes include owner move-in, demolition, and substantial remodel. No-fault evictions require one month's rent relocation assistance.

Are single-family homes exempt from just cause in Fillmore?

Single-family homes owned by natural persons (not corporations) are exempt from AB 1482 just cause requirements if the owner provides proper written notice of the exemption to the tenant.

When does just cause apply?

After a tenant has continuously occupied a covered unit for 12 months — or 24 months if any one tenant is at the 24-month mark for joint households.

Is owner move-in allowed?

Yes, as a no-fault ground if the owner or close relative will occupy the unit, but proper notice and one month's relocation assistance are required.