
Los Angeles rental law
As of Oct 6, 2026. Not legal advice.
Raise rent in Los Angeles
Up to 3% a year until Jun 2027
Earliest start: Dec 1, 2026. Give 30 days' written notice, so the tenant has it by Nov 1, 2026.
Only one raise every 12 months.
Rules for every lease in Los Angeles
The next 12 months
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Los Angeles
Current figure ends: Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) – allowable rent increases
Up to 3% a year until Jun 2027.
California state law
State law applies here too. Where both cover a rental, the stricter city rule usually wins; each rule's page says so.
Help with your situation
They can look at your situation. We only explain the law.
- Los Angeles Housing DepartmentCity rent office
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