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 Board of Supervisors Enacts Countywide Emergency Tenant Protections Following 2025 Windstorm and Wildfires

On February 25, 2025, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors enacted countywide emergency tenant protection as a result of the January 2025 Windstorm and Critical Wildfires. Review the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the Wildfire and Critical Windstorm Resolution and download the Self-Certification Form below.

WILDFIRE AND CRITICAL WINDSTORM RESOLUTION FAQs: English  |  Español

SELF-CERTIFICATION FORM: English |  Español

For additional questions or to determine your eligibility, contact DCBA at 800-593-8222.

The LA County Rent Relief Program is Closed

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

As of January 2025, the maximum rent increase for rent-stabilized units in unincorporated LA County will be limited to 60% of the change in the average consumer price index (CPI).  For more details, click here. To learn about new rent increase limits and how LA County Rent Stabilization Ordinances protect tenants and mobilehome space renters, click “For Tenants.” Landlords can learn about available resources by clicking, “For Landlords.”

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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.

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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After the Disaster: Information for Tenants and Landlords

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Picking up the pieces after a natural or man-made disaster can be difficult for all consumers. It can be particularly challenging for tenants and landlords. What happens to a lease or rental agreement if a rental unit is damaged? Every situation is different, but the extent of the damage usually determines how a landlord/tenant agreement…

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Happy Thanksgiving from DCBA to Our Partners!

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As we reflect on 2024, I want to express my sincere gratitude for the vital connections and partnerships that have been essential to DCBA’s work. None of what we do would be possible without your unwavering support. This Thanksgiving, I celebrate the abundance we share—an abundance of friends, partners, and collaborators who drive our efforts…

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Board of Supervisors Unanimously Approves Tenant Right to Counsel Ordinance

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Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Unanimously Approves Tenant Right to Counsel Ordinance Providing Guaranteed Legal Representation to Residents at Risk of Becoming Unhoused LOS ANGELES – On Tuesday, July 16, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved the Tenant Right to Counsel Ordinance, which will provide free legal representation to eligible tenants facing…

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