California’s law governing security deposits in residential rental housing can be strict and disputes over security deposits are common. This webinar will cover key requirements of the law and frequently asked questions, including: Speakers: Whitney Prout, Executive Vice President, Legal Affairs, California Apartment Association Mallory Homewood, Policy & Compliance Counsel, Local Government Affairs, California Apartment…
Federal and state fair housing laws allow individuals with disabilities the right to have service animals and support animals – also known as emotional support, comfort, or companion animals – in rental housing, even if pets are not permitted. Though these laws are not new, they have evolved over time and remain a regular source…
Did you know that before 1996, it was legal for cities in California to control how much a vacant rental unit could be listed for? That, and more, changed with the adoption of the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act in 1995. This little-known law provides critical protections for every single rental housing provider in the state,…
Protect Property Rights at the Ballot Box
The CAA Issues Committee supports state and local ballot measures that enhance housing providers’ ability to offer fair housing opportunities to renters.