West Hollywood Rent Control
2.75% allowable increase · Sep 1, 2026 to Aug 31, 2027 · AB 1482 fallback 8.7%
The allowable increase for covered units is 2.75% (Sep 1, 2026 to Aug 31, 2027). West Hollywood's rent cap covers units in multifamily buildings first occupied before July 1, 1979. Single-family homes and condos are exempt from local caps under the state Costa-Hawkins Act. Units the local cap doesn't cover usually fall under the statewide AB 1482 cap: 8.7% for the Los Angeles / Orange County region (Aug 1, 2026 to Jul 31, 2027).
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Local cap vs. AB 1482 in West Hollywood
Which limit applies depends on the building, not the tenant:
| Rental | Rule | Maximum yearly increase | On $2,500 rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit in a multifamily building first occupied before Jul 1, 1979 | West Hollywood ordinance | 2.75% | $2,569 |
| Newer multifamily unit, or a single-family home or condo owned by a corporation, more than 15 years old | AB 1482 (Civil Code 1947.12) | 8.7% | $2,718 |
| Built within the last 15 years; or a single-family home or condo owned by an individual whose lease has the exemption notice | No cap | None | — |
Annual General Adjustment for September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027. West Hollywood sets it at 75% of the May-to-May change in the Los Angeles-area CPI-U, rounded to the nearest quarter percent (weho.org Annual Increases in the MAR FAQ: 75% of CPI). BLS CPI-U Los Angeles May 2025 343.010 to May 2026 355.336 = 3.593%, 75% = 2.695%, rounds to 2.75%; the same formula reproduces the city's published 2.25% for 2025-26 and 3% for 2024-25. Reported as 2.75% by WeHo Online; weho.org still showed the 2025-26 figure on 2026-10-02.
A landlord must give written notice before raising the rent: 30 days for an increase of 10% or less over 12 months, 90 days for more (Civil Code 827).
Eviction, relocation and registration rules
| Just cause for eviction | Yes, under West Hollywood's own ordinance. Elsewhere, AB 1482 requires just cause after 12 months of tenancy. |
|---|---|
| Relocation assistance (no-fault evictions) | No-fault evictions: the city's posted schedule for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026 was $9,492 (studio) to $23,829 (3+ bedrooms); $25,131 for tenants who are 62 or older, disabled or terminally ill, households with minors and moderate-income households; and $31,645 for lower-income households. Fees rise each July 1 with rent inflation, and the city had not posted the 2026-27 schedule when we checked. |
| Rental registration | Required for covered units, usually with an annual per-unit fee. |
| Official source | West Hollywood rent program |
No-fault reasons include an owner or relative moving in, taking the building off the rental market (Ellis Act), a government order to vacate and a substantial remodel. At-fault reasons such as unpaid rent or a lease violation don't require a relocation payment.
Rent control near West Hollywood
The 5 closest cities with their own rent caps. Each city's ordinance stops at its limits, so moving a few miles can change which cap applies.
| City | Distance | Allowable increase | Covers buildings from before |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beverly Hills | 2 mi | 3.6% | Feb 1, 1995 |
| Los Angeles | 5 mi | 3% | Oct 1, 1978 |
| Culver City | 6 mi | 3.25% | Feb 1, 1995 |
| Santa Monica | 9 mi | 2.6% | Apr 10, 1979 |
| Inglewood | 9 mi | 3.7% | Rolling: 15 years old |
West Hollywood's 2.75% is in the middle of this group: 1 city allows less and 4 more. Caps are set on different schedules, so compare the dates too.
Rent control in all 22 California cities and counties with a local cap →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum rent increase in West Hollywood?
The allowable increase for covered units is 2.75% (Sep 1, 2026 to Aug 31, 2027). Annual General Adjustment for September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027. West Hollywood sets it at 75% of the May-to-May change in the Los Angeles-area CPI-U, rounded to the nearest quarter percent (weho.org Annual Increases in the MAR FAQ: 75% of CPI). BLS CPI-U Los Angeles May 2025 343.010 to May 2026 355.336 = 3.593%, 75% = 2.695%, rounds to 2.75%; the same formula reproduces the city's published 2.25% for 2025-26 and 3% for 2024-25. Reported as 2.75% by WeHo Online; weho.org still showed the 2025-26 figure on 2026-10-02. Units the local cap doesn't cover usually fall under the statewide AB 1482 cap: 8.7% for the Los Angeles / Orange County region (Aug 1, 2026 to Jul 31, 2027).
Which rentals are covered by West Hollywood's rent control?
West Hollywood's rent cap covers units in multifamily buildings first occupied before July 1, 1979. Single-family homes and condos are exempt from local caps under the state Costa-Hawkins Act. Costa-Hawkins also keeps local caps off buildings with a certificate of occupancy after February 1, 1995. Housing built within the last 15 years is exempt from AB 1482 as well.
Does West Hollywood have just-cause eviction protection?
Yes. West Hollywood has its own just-cause eviction rules, so a landlord needs one of the reasons the ordinance lists to end a tenancy. Where they don't reach a unit, AB 1482's just-cause rules apply once a tenant has lived there 12 months.
How much relocation assistance do tenants get in West Hollywood?
No-fault evictions: the city's posted schedule for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026 was $9,492 (studio) to $23,829 (3+ bedrooms); $25,131 for tenants who are 62 or older, disabled or terminally ill, households with minors and moderate-income households; and $31,645 for lower-income households. Fees rise each July 1 with rent inflation, and the city had not posted the 2026-27 schedule when we checked.
Do landlords have to register rental units in West Hollywood?
Yes. West Hollywood requires landlords of covered units to register them with the rent program, and usually to pay an annual per-unit fee.
Sources
- West Hollywood rent program (allowable increase, coverage)
- West Hollywood relocation rules (relocation amounts, checked September 30, 2026)
- California Civil Code 1947.12 (AB 1482 rent cap), 1946.2 (just cause and relocation), 1954.52 (Costa-Hawkins) and 827 (notice of increase)
Educational information only, not legal advice. Rent ordinances have exemptions, banking rules and petition processes this page doesn't cover. Confirm your unit's status with the West Hollywood rent program or a tenant or landlord attorney.