Just Cause Eviction: Garden Grove vs Santa Ana

Can my landlord evict me without a reason in Garden Grove?

If you have lived in your unit for 12 months or more and the property is covered by AB 1482, your landlord must have a legally recognized just cause to terminate your tenancy. Covered reasons include nonpayment of rent, lease violations, owner move-in, and substantial remodeling.

What relocation assistance am I entitled to for a no-fault eviction in Garden Grove?

For no-fault evictions such as owner move-in or withdrawal from the rental market, your landlord must provide relocation assistance equal to one month's rent or waive your final month's rent.

Are all rental properties in Garden Grove covered by just cause eviction?

No. Exempt properties include single-family homes owned by natural persons with proper notice, units less than 15 years old, owner-occupied duplexes, and affordable housing. Tenancies under 12 months are also not covered.

Can a landlord evict me without cause in Santa Ana?

No. Santa Ana's Just Cause Eviction Ordinance and California's AB 1482 require landlords to state a legally valid reason for eviction of tenants who have lived in a unit for 12 months or more.

What is relocation assistance in Santa Ana?

Tenants evicted for no-fault reasons, such as owner move-in or substantial renovation, are entitled to relocation assistance as specified in the local ordinance and state law.