Rent control rules in Citrus Heights, CA β also known as rent stabilization or rent cap ordinances β limit annual rent increases and protect tenants from displacement.
Citrus Heights has no local rent control ordinance. California AB 1482 (Tenant Protection Act of 2019) applies statewide: annual rent increases capped at 5% + CPI (max 10%) for covered units, plus just-cause eviction protections. Single-family homes owned by individuals may be exempt.
Citrus Heights does not impose a local rent control ordinance. Tenants and landlords are governed by California's statewide Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482, Civil Code Β§1946.2 and Β§1947.12), in effect since January 1, 2020. Annual rent increases on covered units are capped at 5% plus regional CPI (not to exceed 10% total) within any 12-month period. AB 1482 also requires 'just cause' for eviction of tenants in occupancy 12+ months β such as nonpayment, breach of lease, nuisance, or specified no-fault reasons (owner move-in, withdrawal from rental market, substantial remodel, government order). No-fault evictions require relocation assistance equal to one month's rent. Exemptions include: single-family homes or condos owned by individuals (not corporations/REITs) with proper notice; buildings newer than 15 years (rolling); duplexes where owner lives in one unit; and certain deed-restricted affordable units. Section 8 housing has additional federal protections. Rent increase notices require 30 or 90 days depending on amount.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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