Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance

The Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) limits how much landlords can increase rent on certain residential properties and provides tenants with protections against eviction without just cause. It applies to older apartment buildings and residential units built before October 1978. Under the RSO, landlords can only raise rent by a small, annual percentage, and tenants have specific rights regarding eviction processes. The ordinance aims to promote stable, affordable housing and prevent unreasonable rent hikes, ensuring tenants have a degree of security while balancing landlords’ rights to manage their property.