California Rent Increase Notice

Summary

Landlords in California must provide proper notice for rent increases, even for Section 8 tenants. Document all communications, file a complaint with local housing authorities, and consider seeking legal aid for further assistance.

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I am a Section * tenant in northern California. My rent was raised but inwasnt given any notice by the landlord. The only notice i received was from Section * that my rent was going up $*, and i received that notice 10 days after the rental increase took place. Is this normal?
In California, landlords must provide a *-day written notice for rent increases of *% or less and a *-day notice for increases over *% within a *-month period. Section * tenants should receive notice from both the landlord and the housing authority.
Have you contacted your landlord or the housing authority about the lack of notice?
Yes, both places have told me in essence, oh well thats just the way it is.
It sounds frustrating, ****. In California, landlords are required to give proper notice for rent increases, even for Section * tenants. You might consider taking the following steps:
- Document Everything: Keep records of all communications and notices.
- File a Complaint: You can file a complaint with your local housing authority or the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing.
- Seek Legal Assistance: Consider reaching out to a local tenant's rights organization or legal aid service for further help.
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