Just Cause Eviction: Long Beach vs West Covina
How do just cause eviction rules compare between Long Beach, CA and West Covina, CA?
West Covina has fewer restrictions than Long Beach.
Long Beach, CA
Los Angeles County
Long Beach enforces a Just Cause for Termination of Tenancies ordinance under LBMC Ch. 8.99 (adopted 2020). Landlords must have an enumerated at-fault or no-fault reason. No-fault terminations require relocation assistance of 1 month's rent or $4,500 for demolition/remodel.
View full Long Beach rules →West Covina, CA
Los Angeles County
West Covina relies on CA Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) for just cause eviction protections. No local just cause ordinance exists. AB 1482 protects tenants who have occupied a unit for 12+ months.
View full West Covina rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Long Beach | West Covina |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LBMC Ch. 8.99 | - |
| Adopted | 2020 | - |
| Relocation | $4,500 or 2 months rent (demolition) | Required for no-fault per AB 1482 |
| Other No-Fault | 1 month's rent relocation | - |
| Local Ordinance | - | None - state law applies |
| State Law | - | AB 1482 just cause protections |
| Threshold | - | 12+ months occupancy |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Long Beach 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 Long Beach 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.
West Covina 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 West Covina 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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