How much notice does a landlord have to give before raising the rent in California?

In California, a landlord must give 30 days written notice before raising the rent. The requirement applies to increases of 10% or more. This is Cal. Civ. Code §§ 827, 1946.1, 1954; CCP § 1161.

WhatCalifornia
Notice required30 days
Applies to increases of10% or more

Notes

Rent increases over 10 % in twelve months need 90 days. Month-to-month terminations need 30 days under a year, 60 days after. Entry: 24 hours written. Late rent: 3-day pay-or-quit.

Source

Cal. Civ. Code §§ 827, 1946.1, 1954; CCP § 1161 — last checked 2026-09-15.

This is a summary of a published statute, not legal advice. Rules change, local ordinances can add to them, and the terms of a specific lease may differ. Check the citation and speak to a lawyer before acting.

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