Santa Ana’s Rent Stabilization Update: A New Era for Tenants and Landlords


In a significant move aimed at protecting renters, the City of Santa Ana has rolled out its Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance. This local law, which has been in effect since January 2024, seeks to curb rent increases beyond permissible limits for designated residential units and mobile homes, while also providing robust ‘just cause’ eviction protections.
The ordinance introduces a Rental Registry, a critical tool designed to track rent-stabilized units and ensure compliance with the new regulations. This registry is supported by a Rental Registry Fee, set at $100 per unit for the fiscal year 2023-24. This fee covers the operational costs of implementing and enforcing the ordinance, as detailed in the Santa Ana Miscellaneous Fees Schedule.
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Pass-Through Fees: What Tenants Need to Know


Landlords are permitted to pass through up to 50% of the Rental Registry Fee to tenants, distributed over 12 monthly installments. This pass-through, however, is not considered part of the rent when calculating any rent increase. For the fiscal year 2023-24, this fee amounts to a maximum of $4.16 per month. Importantly, landlords must ensure timely payment of the fee by February 29, 2024, to qualify for passing it through to tenants.
For more detailed information on the ordinance, tenants and landlords can refer to the original newsletter.

Introducing the Rental Housing Board


To oversee the ordinance’s enforcement, Santa Ana has established a Rental Housing Board, comprising seven members. This board includes three tenants (with at least one mobilehome tenant), two landlords, and two at-large members with no financial interest in rental housing. Applications for board membership are currently open and can be accessed via the City Clerk’s Office website.

Support and Resources for Tenants


The city provides several resources for tenants facing challenges related to rent stabilization and eviction protections. Organizations such as the Fair Housing Council of Orange County, Public Law Center, and Community Legal Aid SoCal offer guidance and support. Tenants can also reach out to Latino Health Access for additional assistance.
For further inquiries, tenants and landlords can contact the Rent Stabilization Helpline at (714) 667-2209 or email [email protected].

Stay Informed


To stay updated on the latest developments regarding the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance, residents are encouraged to visit the city’s official website and review the full ordinance.

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