Rent control rules in Oxnard, CA — also known as rent stabilization or rent cap ordinances — limit annual rent increases and protect tenants from displacement.
Oxnard has adopted a rent stabilization ordinance limiting annual rent increases for covered units. California's Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) also applies, capping increases at 5% plus CPI or 10%, whichever is less, for qualifying properties.
Oxnard enacted a local rent stabilization ordinance to address housing affordability in the city's diverse, largely renter-occupied housing market. The ordinance limits annual rent increases for covered multifamily properties and mobile home parks. Additionally, California's Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) caps annual rent increases statewide at 5% plus the local Consumer Price Index (CPI) or 10%, whichever is less, for properties 15 years or older. Certain units are exempt including single-family homes (if proper notice is given), new construction within 15 years, and owner-occupied duplexes. Landlords must provide tenants at least 30 days notice for increases of 10% or less and 90 days notice for increases over 10%. Oxnard's local protections may provide additional tenant safeguards beyond state law.
Rent increases exceeding legal limits are voidable. Tenants can file complaints with the city or seek civil remedies. Landlords may be required to refund excess rent plus penalties.
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