The California Assembly Judiciary Committee approved a bill on Tuesday that proposes new regulations on how landlords manage security deposits, while also aiming to implement new limits on tenant screening…
Author: Mike Nemeth
After years of debate, the Concord City Council on March 5 passed a long-anticipated rent control ordinance on a 4-1 vote, with Councilwoman Laura Hoffmeister remaining opposed. The council’s action…
A bill aiming to conceal all eviction records from public view failed to secure enough votes to pass in the Assembly Judiciary Committee today. The legislation, focused on cases involving…
The California Apartment Association is opposing a bill that would conceal all eviction records from public view, even when the cases involve more than $35,000 in unpaid rent. AB 2304 by Assemblyman…
The California COVID-19 Rent Relief Program has issued letters to some landlords and tenants who previously received pandemic-related financial assistance, requesting the return of these funds. California Apartment Association staff…
The South Pasadena City Council has decided against establishing a rental registry for multifamily units. The decision Wednesday followed a review of a staff report and public comments. Council members…
The Santa Monica City Council on Feb. 13 amended the city’s housing anti-discrimination law to prohibit discrimination based on an applicant’s “housing status.” The newly protected class, codified in Santa…
CAA offers resources to help property owners navigate legal requirements, best practices Two California cities have made the list of top 50 bed bug cities in the United States, according…
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday postponed a public hearing on proposed “just cause” for eviction ordinance as well as a dispute-resolution measure for rental housing providers and…
A bill recently introduced in California aims to change existing laws regarding tenant security deposits and screening fees. AB 2785 by Assemblywoman Lori D. Wilson, D-Suisun City, introduces two key…