Renters Resources

The following information and resources are provided as a public service and do not constitute nor replace the advice of a legal professional.

In general, our historic duplexes and apartments in Miracle Mile (pre-1978) fall under the Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO), commonly called “rent control,” which governs rent increases, evictions, and cash-for-keys offers.  Our newer apartments do not fall under the RSO.  Confirm RSO status at zimas.lacity.org.  (Click “housing” on left column menu.)

COVID-19 RENTER PROTECTIONS: https://hcidla.lacity.org/covid-19-renter-protections

HCIDLA
The Housing + Community Development Department provides resources for all renters.
HCIDLA hosts Monthly RSO Workshops.
2nd Wednesday of the Month, 10:00am-12:00pm
3550 Wilshire Blvd, 15th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010

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General RSO Information:

• RSO Overview (see the HCIDLA 2/2019 Presentation HERE)
• RSO Update (January 2019)
• Tenants’ Guide | Landlords’ Guide
• Guía para Inquilinos de Los Angeles

Rent Increases / Reductions:

• Allowable Rent Increases
• Additional Tenants
• SCEP Fees
• Reduction in Services

Eviction Information:

• Legal Reasons for Eviction
• Tenant Not at Fault
• Illegal Use (at Fault)
• Ellis Act Evictions (see the HCIDLA 10/2018 Presentation HERE)
• Relocation Assistance
• Cash for Keys (see the HCIDLA 3/2019 Presentation HERE)

Additional Resources:

• Reasonable Accommodations and Modifications (Accessibility)
• Sexual Orientation Discrimination
• Fair Housing
• Report a Code Violation
• Interest on Security Deposits
• Security Deposit Return Request Letter Builder
• Rent Stabilization Rules in Other SoCal Cities