Rent Increase Notice — California
California landlords must give at least 30 days' written notice to raise rent on a month-to-month tenancy. Generate a compliant letter below.
Optional — some states (e.g. NY) require more notice for longer tenancies.
Letter details (optional)
Required written notice
30 days
- Increase
- $150.00 (7.50%)
- Earliest effective date
- July 12, 2026
Rent control may apply
AB 1482 caps annual increases at 5% + local CPI (max 10%) for most units more than 15 years old. Many cities (LA, SF, Oakland) have stricter local control.Not legal advice. LandlordKit provides general informational tools, not legal advice. Landlord-tenant laws change and vary by city and county. Verify the cited statute and consult a licensed attorney before acting on any result.
California rent increase rules
In California, a landlord must generally give at least 30 days' written notice before raising rent on a month-to-month tenancy. Increases of more than 10% within 12 months require 90 days' notice. A statewide cap limits how much you can raise the rent. AB 1482 caps annual increases at 5% + local CPI (max 10%) for most units more than 15 years old. Many cities (LA, SF, Oakland) have stricter local control.
Rent control
AB 1482 caps annual increases at 5% + local CPI (max 10%) for most units more than 15 years old. Many cities (LA, SF, Oakland) have stricter local control.Worked example
Example: raising rent from $2,000 to $2,300 (a 15% increase) in California would require the longer notice period because the increase exceeds the tier threshold — plan the effective date accordingly.Last verified June 1, 2026.
California rent increase FAQ
How much notice must a landlord give before raising rent in California?+
At least 30 days' written notice for a month-to-month tenancy, and more in some cases. Increases of more than 10% within 12 months require 90 days' notice. (Cal. Civ. Code § 827).
Can a landlord raise rent during a fixed-term lease in California?+
Generally no — rent is locked for the fixed term unless the lease itself allows an increase. A rent increase typically takes effect when the lease renews or during a month-to-month tenancy.
Is there a limit on how much rent can be raised in California?+
Yes. AB 1482 caps annual increases at 5% + local CPI (max 10%) for most units more than 15 years old. Many cities (LA, SF, Oakland) have stricter local control.
Does this rent increase notice generator cost anything?+
No. It's free and requires no signup. You enter the details and download a ready-to-send PDF letter.