RENT INCREASE RULES FOR RENT-STABILIZED UNITS IN UNINCORPORATED LA COUNTY

Effective January 2025, the maximum allowable rent increase for rent-stabilized units in unincorporated LA County is capped at 60% of the average Consumer Price Index (CPI) change.  Tenants and mobilehome space renters can learn more about rent increase limits and Rent Stabilization Ordinances under “For Tenants.” Landlords and property owners can explore available resources under “For Landlords.” Important forms for both tenants and landlords are available under “Forms & Documents.”

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Tenant Right to Counsel Program Provides Free Legal Services for Eligible Tenants Facing Eviction in Unincorporated LA County

The Los Angeles County Tenant Right to Counsel Program provides free legal services to eligible tenants living in the unincorporated areas of the County during eviction (Unlawful Detainer) proceedings. As of January 1, 2025, under the new Tenant Right to Counsel Ordinance, you may qualify for free legal assistance through Stay Housed LA if you receive an eviction notice and live within unincorporated Los Angeles County.

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LA County RHHP Authorized to Inspect Rental Housing Units in Unincorporated LA County

The County of Los Angeles’ Rental Housing Habitability Program (RHHP) is authorized to inspect rental housing units in the unincorporated areas of the County, such as Altadena, for compliance with health and safety standards and will respond to tenant complaints. The Eaton fire created significant amounts of smoke and ash that deposited downwind from the fires. Air quality measurements during the fire found that the smoke contained toxins. If you’re a renter impacted by the fire or worried about habitability issues, visit publichealth.lacounty.gov to learn more.

The LA County Rent Relief Program is Closed

Important Notice: Rent Relief Portal Closing September 30, 2025
Access to the LA County Rent Relief application portal will end September 30, 2025. Please log in before this date to download or save any information you may need. After September 30, the portal will be permanently closed and no longer accessible.

The Los Angeles County Rent Relief program has allocated all available funding, and application review has officially closed. All funds have been fully obligated, and no additional determinations will be made.

Registered users may still sign in to check the status of their application. Approved applicants may also sign in to track the status of their payments.

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Learn More about Our Services and How We Can Help

You can reach our skilled counselors Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at
(800) 593-8222 or via email at rent@dcba.lacounty.gov.
For the most efficient service, schedule an appointment to speak with a counselor at your preferred time.

HOUSING & TENANT PROTECTION WEBINARS

Learn more about your rights as a tenant or a landlord from DCBA’s Tenant Protection Experts. Click here for a list of upcoming and archived webinars.

TENANT PROTECTIONS POLICY TOOLKIT

The Tenant Protections Policy Toolkit is a tool to assist policymakers and city officials with the design and implementation of tenant protections policy in the post-COVID-19 era.

RENTAL HOUSING OVERSIGHT COMMISSION

The Rental Housing Oversight Commission protects tenants from rent increases that are inconsistent with County Code and ensures landlords and mobilehome park owners receive a fair return on rents.

LEGAL ASSISTANCE FOR COMMERCIAL TENANTS

Bet Tzedek and LA Represents help small business owners in Los Angeles find free legal resources to address COVID-19 related problems. Learn more about services and eligibility requirements here.

LOS ANGELES COUNTY RENT REGISTRY

Rent Registry is an online service portal where owners of rental properties located in unincorporated Los Angeles County can register rental properties, update unit information, and pay annual registration fees.

FREE LEGAL SERVICES FOR TENANTS FACING EVICTION

Stay Housed L.A., a program launched by the L.A. County Board of Supervisors, offers free legal services to tenants facing eviction. The program provides resources for L.A. County residents who experienced economic hardship amid the COVID-19 crisis to get legal and other assistance to stay in their homes.

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