California Rent Increase Notice Template

California rules built into this template

• California law: For a month-to-month tenancy, California requires at least 30 days' written notice of a rent increase of 10% or less, and at least 90 days' notice if the increase, together with any other increases in the past 12 months, is more than 10% (Cal. Civ. Code § 827). If the unit is covered by the Tenant Protection Act, total increases in any 12-month period may not exceed 5% plus the regional change in the cost of living, or 10%, whichever is lower (Cal. Civ. Code § 1947.12), and a local rent control ordinance may set lower limits. A rent increase may not be made in retaliation for the tenant exercising legal rights (Cal. Civ. Code § 1942.5).
• Fixed-term leases: during a fixed-term lease, rent generally cannot be raised until the term ends unless the lease allows it.

What the Rent Increase Notice includes

1. Rent Increase
2. Notice Period
3. Fixed-Term Leases
4. Other Terms Unchanged
5. Tenant's Options
6. State Law
7. Service of Notice
8. Governing Law

Frequently asked questions

How much notice is required for a rent increase in California?

For a month-to-month tenancy, California requires at least 30 days' written notice of a rent increase of 10% or less, and at least 90 days' notice if the increase, together with any other increases in the past 12 months, is more than 10% (Cal. Civ. Code § 827). If the unit is covered by the Tenant Protection Act, total increases in any 12-month period may not exceed 5% plus the regional change in the cost of living, or 10%, whichever is lower (Cal. Civ. Code § 1947.12), and a local rent control ordinance may set lower limits. A rent increase may not be made in retaliation for the tenant exercising legal rights (Cal. Civ. Code § 1942.5).

Can a landlord raise rent in the middle of a lease?

Generally no. During a fixed-term lease the rent can change only if the lease allows it. For a month-to-month tenancy, the landlord can raise rent with the advance written notice the law requires.

What is the difference between the Standard and Professional Rent Increase Notice?

The Standard edition is a complete, state-aware Rent Increase Notice for common situations. The Professional edition adds longer clause coverage, schedules, and optional modules for more complex matters. You can preview either edition free before you pay.

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