The Pasadena Rent Stabilization Department is here to provide resources and guidance to ensure you manage your rental property in compliance with the Pasadena Fair & Equitable Housing Charter Amendment.
Key Resources
- Submit an Eviction - Housing Providers are required to file an eviction notice with the City of Pasadena Rent Stabilization Department within Three (3) days of service on the tenant.
- General Information for Property Owners - Learn about your rights and responsibilities as a landlord.
- Rental Registry – All rental units must be registered. Read more about the Rental Registry.
- Is My Unit Covered? - Check if your rental unit falls under Rent Control and/or Just Cause Eviction protections.
- New Tenant Move-In / Move-Out / Rent Increase Checklist for Landlords – Follow these steps for a new tenant, ending a tenancy and increasing rent.
- Security Deposits – Learn about security deposits under state law, and security deposit interest requirements under the Pasadena Fair and Equitable Housing Charter Amendment.
- Rent Levels and Rent Increases - Learn about annual rent adjustments and other requirements for units subject to Rent Control.
- Just Cause for Eviction Overview - Understand the eviction process and your legal responsibilities.
- Owner or Qualified Relative Move-In Eviction – Explanation of the process for owner move-in eviction.
- Habitability and Repairs - Habitability problems, and what to do when they arise or cannot be resolved.
- Petitions & Hearings – Understand the processes to formally request a rent adjustment. (Units subject to Rent Control only.)
- Retaliation, Harassment, and Discrimination – All are prohibited in Pasadena.
Additional Resources
- Explore FAQs: Get quick answers to common questions.
- Access the full text of the Measure H – Pasadena Fair & Equitable Housing Charter Amendment:
- Gain a clearer understanding of the new laws through additional educational resources:
- Have specific questions or need further assistance?
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