The amount of late fees charged by owners and managers of residential rental property is a matter of some controversy. Unlike some other states, California does not set the amount…
Industry Insights
CAA’s offices will be closed beginning Thursday, July 2 at 2pm PST in observation of the Independence Day holiday. Normal business hours will resume Monday, July 6.
Industry Insights
The amount of late fees charged by owners and managers of residential rental property is a matter of some controversy. Unlike some other states, California does not set the amount…
Forms CA-332
Allows a property owner to set specifications between the property owner and owner of laundry machines.
Forms CA-071
This addendum to the rental/lease agreement must be signed by all residents as proof of disclosure of known lead hazards and receipt by the tenant of the federal booklet, Protect…
Forms CA-071S
This addendum to the rental/lease agreement must be signed by all residents as proof of disclosure of known lead hazards and receipt by the tenant of the federal booklet, Protect…
Industry Insights
While there are some exceptions, just about everyone who does work on pre-1978 rental housing where lead paint is presumed to be present must provide specific disclosure pamphlets to tenants…
Forms CA-041
The purpose of this form is to clearly state the terms agreed to by both the owner (“Landlord”) and the tenant(s) (“Resident”). When properly completed and signed by both parties,…
Forms CA-041S
The purpose of this form is to clearly state the terms agreed to by both the owner (“Landlord”) and the tenant(s) (“Resident”). When properly completed and signed by both parties,…
Industry Insights
This paper describes the actions owners must take to maximize the amount of rent they can collect after a tenant prematurely terminates the lease. This paper also discusses how to…
Legislation
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Forms CA-341
Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are commonly used in home electronics such as phones, laptop computers, tablets, e-scooters, and other devices requiring plug-in charging. These batteries are small and powerful, but when…
An unlawful detainer action is more than filing paperwork and getting a rubber stamp from the court system. Once a termination notice expires and a resident does not move out, the matter becomes a civil lawsuit governed by strict procedural rules, evidentiary requirements, and court deadlines. While unlawful detainers are intended to move more quickly…
California’s fair housing laws are among the most comprehensive in the country, and they apply to nearly all residential rental properties in the state. Because California law goes beyond federal requirements — and continues to evolve — understanding state-specific rules is critical to avoiding legal risk. These laws are not always straightforward, and even well-intentioned…
You are invited to attend an informational briefing on the Redwood City Rent Control Ballot Initiative, a measure filed by rent control proponents in April 2026. The California Apartment Association (CAA) will provide an overview of the initiative’s key provisions and how it, if passed, would change Redwood City’s current housing regulations. The session will…