Frequently Asked Questions

You can go to ↪ Project Sentinel

• They offer counseling and mediation services for landlord-tenant issues. 
• They can be reached at (800) 339-6043 or email at info@housing.org

Yes, there are. 

• ↪ Tenant's Rights Flyer (English)
• ↪ Tenant's Rights Flyer (Spanish)

Statewide Rent Caps and Just Cause Eviction Protections                  

• AB 1482 is a statewide law that protects tenants by:
  1. Limiting the amount a landlord can increase rent. 
  2. Requiring a "just cause" if a landlord wants to evict a tenant.
• WHO is covered by AB 1482?
  • → Rental properties built between 1995 and 2006
  • → Duplexes built before 2006 if the owner does not live in the duplex
  • → Single family homes built before 2006 if a corporation owns the home 
• What is the allowed rent increase if covered by AB 1482?
  • The “state-imposed cap” established by AB 1482limits yearly rent increases to 5% plus the percent change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or 10%, whichever is lower. 
• What eviction rules are applicable if covered by AB 1482?
  • If a tenant lives in a rental unit covered by AB 1482, a landlord needs to provide one of the following specific reasons before evicting a tenant:

Tenant "At Fault" Just Causes for Termination

1. Failure to pay rent
2. Nuisance
3. Damage to Property
4. Criminal Activity
5. Using the unit for an unlawful purpose
6. Refusal to allow lawful landlord entry
7. Refusal to renew same lease terms
8. Breach of material lease term
9. Lease violations (i.e., subletting)
10. Employee termination from employee housing
11. Failure to move out after tenant gives notice

Tenant "No Fault" Just Causes for Termination

1. Owner/family member intents to occupy unit
2. Withdrawal of rental unit from rental market
3. Government order to vacate
4. Intent to demolish or substantially remodel unit

Note: Landlord must pay relocation payment equal to one month's rent for "No Fault" Just Cause Terminations.

What noticing requirements apply for AB 1482?

• A landlord of an AB 1482 covered rental unit must give tenants written notice of being covered by the rent cap and just cause regulations
• A Non-Corporate landlord of a not-covered single-family home or condo rental unit must give tenants written notice that the home is not covered under AB 1482
• For tenancies beginning or renewing after July 1, 2020 this notice must be in an addendum to the lease or the notice must be signed by tenants
• For tenancies existing prior to July 1, 2020 written notice must be given no later than August 1, 2020. 

Consistent with Program H-5w of the City's 2023-2031 Housing Element, the City has published informational flyers on renter's rights and renter-focused services. These flyers are available in English and in Spanish and, in addition to being available online, are distributed at many community events.

• Tenant's Rights Flyer (English)
• Tenant's Rights Flyer (Spanish)

What is AB 1482?

AB 1482 is a statewide law that protects tenants by:

1. Limiting the amount a landlord can increase rent. 
2. Requiring a "just cause" if a landlord wants to evict a tenant.

Who is covered by AB 1482?

• Rental properties built between 1995 and 2006
• Duplexes built before 2006 if the owner does not live in the duplex
• Single family homes built before 2006 if a corporation owns the home 

What is the allowed rent increase if covered by AB 1482?

The “state-imposed cap” established by AB 1482 limits yearly rent increases to 5% plus the percent change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or 10%, whichever is lower. 

What eviction rules are applicable if covered by AB 1482?

If a tenant lives in a rental unit covered by AB 1482, a landlord needs to provide one of the following specific reasons before evicting a tenant:

Tenant "At Fault" Just Causes for Termination

1. Failure to pay rent
2. Nuisance
3. Damage to Property
4. Criminal Activity
5. Using the unit for an unlawful purpose
6. Refusal to allow lawful landlord entry
7. Refusal to renew same lease terms
8. Breach of material lease term
9. Lease violations (i.e., subletting)
10. Employee termination from employee housing
11. Failure to move out after tenant gives notice

Tenant "No Fault" Just Causes for Termination

1. Owner/family member intents to occupy unit
2. Withdrawal of rental unit from rental market
3. Government order to vacate
4. Intent to demolish or substantially remodel unit

Note: Landlord must pay relocation payment equal to one month's rent for "No Fault" Just Cause Terminations. 

What noticing requirements apply for AB 1482?

• A landlord of an AB 1482 covered rental unit must give tenants written notice of being covered by the rent cap and just cause regulations
• A Non-Corporate landlord of a not-covered single-family home or condo rental unit must give tenants written notice that the home is not covered under AB 1482
• For tenancies beginning or renewing after July 1, 2020 this notice must be in an addendum to the lease or the notice must be signed by tenants
• For tenancies existing prior to July 1, 2020 written notice must be given no later than August 1, 2020. 

Project Sentinel, a nonprofit housing agency, manages the Campbell Rent Mediation Program. They offer counseling, education, and mediation services regarding rental disputes, housing discrimination, mortgage issues, and more.

• Phone: (408) 243-8565

• Email: info@housing.org or fairhousing@housing.org (for petitions)

• Business Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00 PM–4:00 PM

• Website: www.housing.org

Step 1: Contact the owner/manager to try resolving the issue directly.
Step 2: If unresolved, file a petition with the Campbell Rent Mediation Program (via Project Sentinel).

• For rent increases: File within 15 days of the effective date.

• For service reductions: Submit a service reduction form along with the petition.

Forms can be requested by emailing: info@housing.org

Once a petition is received:

• ↪ A copy is mailed to the property owner or manager.

• ↪ The program administrator will then reach out to the owner/manager to initiate dispute resolution.

Please contact our Unhoused Specialist.