Summary
In California, subleasing is generally allowed unless prohibited by the lease. If prohibited and done without consent, you may have grounds to sue. Rent increases require 30-60 days notice and must be reasonable. Landlords cannot lie to evict tenants; doing so can lead to wrongful eviction claims. The Ellis Act allows landlords to evict tenants to go out of business, requiring 120-day or one-year notice and relocation expenses. Wrongful termination of tenancy can result in actual and punitive damages, plus attorney fees. Courts determine punitive damages based on the reprehensibility of conduct, harm suffered, and comparable civil penalties. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.Full Conversation
Landlord has subleased the property I rent I'm California Santa cruz county. Am I able to sue him for the money he has collected renting under my lease
Hello ****. In California, subleasing is generally allowed unless specifically prohibited by the lease. If your lease allowed subleasing, you might not have grounds to sue. However, if it's prohibited and your landlord did this without your consent, you may have a case. Please consult with a local attorney.
The landlord has raised the rent during the term end date of our lease what penalties are there in California
In California:
- Landlords must provide 30 days' notice for rent increases of *% or less, and 60 days' notice for increases over *%.
- Rent increases must be reasonable and cannot be discriminatory or retaliatory.
- For rent-controlled units, there are specific limits on rent increases.
Please consult a local attorney for specific advice.
Can a landlord lie to evict a tenant or terminate tenancy
In California, landlords cannot lie or use fraudulent reasons to evict a tenant. If they do:
- The tenant can defend against the eviction in court.
- The tenant may have a claim for wrongful eviction.
- Landlords may face penalties under false pretenses law.
Please consult with a local attorney.
What are the Ellis act in the county of Santa Cruz CA
The Ellis Act is a California state law that allows landlords to evict tenants in order to "go out of business". In Santa Cruz County:
- Landlords must provide a *-day notice to tenants, or a one-year notice to seniors or disabled tenants.
- Landlords are required to pay relocation expenses to the tenants.
Please consult a local attorney for specific advice.
What is the Ellis act provisions for Santa Cruz county California
In Santa Cruz County, under the Ellis Act:
- Landlords must provide a *-day notice to vacate for tenants, or a one-year notice for senior and disabled tenants.
- Landlords must pay relocation expenses to the tenants.
- If the property is returned to the rental market within 5 years, former tenants have a right to re-rent at the previous rate.
What is the relocation expenses
In Santa Cruz County, California, under the Ellis Act, landlords are required to pay relocation expenses to tenants they evict in order to "go out of business". The exact amount can vary, so please consult with a local attorney for specific advice.
What is the penalty for wrongful termination of tenancy in Santa Cruz county California
In Santa Cruz County, California, wrongful termination of tenancy can result in:
- Landlord's liability for tenant's actual damages.
- Punitive damages if the landlord's conduct was oppressive, fraudulent, or malicious.
- Tenant's attorney fees and court costs.
Please consult with a local attorney.
How are punitive damages added up
In California, courts determine punitive damages based on:
- The reprehensibility of the defendant's conduct
- The ratio between actual harm suffered and the punitive damages
- Comparable civil penalties for similar conduct
Remember to consult a local attorney for advice specific to your situation.
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