Landlord laws
California landlord-tenant law
Key rules for small landlords, each with its statute citation.
Draft — verification in progress
General information only. Not legal advice. RentToolkit is not a law firm. Laws and local ordinances change, so check the statute and consult a licensed attorney in your state before acting.
| Topic | Rule (plain English) | Statute | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security deposit cap | Verifying — not yet confirmed from an official source. | — | Verifying |
| Deposit return deadline | Verifying — not yet confirmed from an official source. | — | Verifying |
| Deposit holding and interest | Verifying — not yet confirmed from an official source. | — | Verifying |
| Late fee cap and grace period | Verifying — not yet confirmed from an official source. | — | Verifying |
| Landlord entry notice | Verifying — not yet confirmed from an official source. | — | Verifying |
| Rent increase notice | Verifying — not yet confirmed from an official source. | — | Verifying |
| Rent control status | Verifying — not yet confirmed from an official source. | — | Verifying |
| Eviction notice: nonpayment | Verifying — not yet confirmed from an official source. | — | Verifying |
| Eviction notice: lease violation | Verifying — not yet confirmed from an official source. | — | Verifying |
| Required disclosures | Verifying — not yet confirmed from an official source. | — | Verifying |
| Fair housing beyond federal law | Verifying — not yet confirmed from an official source. | — | Verifying |
Last verified — (in progress) · Sources are official state legislature sites. Federal rules also apply.
Tools for California landlords
Late fee calculator
Model grace periods and fees.
Open →Prorated rent calculator
Mid-month move-ins.
Open →Rent increase calculator
New rent and annual impact.
Open →General information only. Not legal advice. RentToolkit is not a law firm. Laws and local ordinances change, so check the statute and consult a licensed attorney in your state before acting.