California Assembly Bill 1418 (AB 1418) is a new law that went into effect on January 1, 2024. AB 1418 prohibits state and local governments from having or adopting “crime-free” programs and nuisance property ordinances (CFNOs) that penalize tenants for contact with law enforcement. AB 1418 applies to local government agencies, including public housing authorities….
The Carlsbad City Council recently agreed to ban smoking and vaping inside all condos, apartments and multifamily homes citywide beginning January 1, 2025, making Carlsbad the first city in San Diego to enact a smoking-free housing law. The new law will apply to apartment buildings, condos for sale or rent, townhomes, senior assisted living facilities,…
As a landlord attorney in San Diego, I frequently advise clients on navigating California’s tenant security deposit laws. Here are some key points to remember: Compliance is Essential: Strict adherence to California Civil Code Section 1950.5 is crucial to avoid potential lawsuits and penalties. Security deposits must be handled correctly from collection to return. Security Deposits are Refundable: There…
As a landlord in San Diego County, you may be concerned about your rights and responsibilities in the aftermath of a flood. This blog post will provide you with an overview of the eviction moratorium and the rights tenants have to habitable housing. Eviction Moratorium The eviction moratorium is a temporary order that prohibits landlords…
Attention San Diego landlords, three new laws aimed at tenant protections are about to land on your doorstep on January 1, 2024. Here’s a quick rundown of what you need to know to navigate the changing landscape: 1. Capping Security Deposits: Say goodbye to hefty upfront fees. Assembly Bill 12 puts a lid on security…
Child care is a huge concern in California. State law allows renters to operate a family day care business from their rental home, even if the lease prohibits the property from being used as a business, under certain circumstances. Because so many home childcare providers and property owners do not understand the law, the San…
The city of San Diego recently updated their eviction ordinances- and the changes impact residents widely. The newly written ordinance goes into effect June 24, 2023 and provides protections for tenants abiding by their leases and rental agreements, lowering the number of ‘no fault’ evictions occurring currently. The goals of the new ordinance are to…
On March 1, 2023 a new ordinance went into effect in Chula Vista to protect tenants from no-fault evictions. Ordinance 3527 was passed in November 2022 to expand on the Tenant Protection Act of 2019, also called AB 1482. Rental housing makes up 42% of the housing market in Chula Vista. Many tenants, about 44%,…
The San Diego City Council has proposed these no-fault rent protections out of a spirit of protecting renters and limiting the incidence of homelessness in the region. While these are undoubtedly good motives, the actual practice falls short of the intention originally considered by the Council. No-fault evictions are those that are unrelated to non-payment…
The San Diego suburb of Chula Vista has passed a new ordinance that is set to take effect on March 1, 2023, and will affect the rights of landlords and building owners. The law is intended to protect renters from being evicted under no-fault law, and offers greater general protection for tenants than previously existed….