Statutory cap, exemptions, and notice rules under Cal. Civ. Code § 1947.12 (AB 1482 — Tenant Protection Act 2019)
Enter your current monthly rent. The calculator applies the 8.3% cap (Regional CPI + 5% (max 10%)) to show the maximum new rent allowed under Cal. Civ. Code § 1947.12 (AB 1482 — Tenant Protection Act 2019).
* This calculator applies the 8.3% 2025 cap published for California (CA West Region CPI-U, Apr 2024–Apr 2025 (BLS)). Exempt units (new construction, SFH not owned by corps, condos) may be raised without limit. Not legal advice.
AB 1482 limits annual rent increases to CPI + 5%, capped at 10%, for covered residential units. The CPI used is the regional CPI-U published by BLS for the 12-month period ending March 31 of each year.
At the statewide median gross rent of $1,881/month, the 8.3% cap translates to a maximum increase of $156/month ($1,873/year) for a median-rent unit.
| Rule | Requirement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Statewide cap | Regional CPI + 5% (max 10%) (max 10%) | Cal. Civ. Code § 1947.12 (AB 1482 — Tenant Protection Act 2019) |
| 2025 maximum increase | 8.3% | CA West Region CPI-U, Apr 2024–Apr 2025 (BLS) |
| Notice required | Typically 30–60 days written notice | State landlord-tenant law |
| Retaliation prohibited | Yes — increases cannot be retaliatory or discriminatory | Federal Fair Housing Act + state law |
Even where a cap applies, the following unit types are typically not covered:
If your unit is exempt, the landlord may raise rent to any market-rate amount with proper notice.
These California cities currently have or are actively developing rent stabilization ordinances. Caps and covered-unit definitions vary — check your city's municipal code or housing authority for the current allowable increase.
Under Cal. Civ. Code § 1947.12 (AB 1482 — Tenant Protection Act 2019), the maximum allowed rent increase in California is Regional CPI + 5% (max 10%). For 2025, using the published CPI of 3.3%, the maximum is 8.3%. Exemptions apply — check whether your unit is a covered dwelling.
Yes — California has enacted statewide rent stabilization under Cal. Civ. Code § 1947.12 (AB 1482 — Tenant Protection Act 2019).
In California, landlords must generally provide at least 30 days' written notice before increasing rent for month-to-month tenants. For covered units under Cal. Civ. Code § 1947.12 (AB 1482 — Tenant Protection Act 2019), any increase above the allowable cap requires proper written notice and may require additional disclosures.
The cap under Cal. Civ. Code § 1947.12 (AB 1482 — Tenant Protection Act 2019) applies to most residential rental units, but there are important exemptions: Single-family homes not owned by a corporation, REIT, or LLC with a corporate member; Condominiums (in most cases); Buildings permitted within the last 15 years (rolling exemption); Affordable/subsidized housing already subject to a lower cap. If your unit is exempt, the landlord may raise rent by any amount with proper notice.
Statutory data sourced from published California law (Cal. Civ. Code § 1947.12 (AB 1482 — Tenant Protection Act 2019)), BLS Consumer Price Index (2024–2025), and state agency publications. Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates for median rent. Last updated April 29, 2026. This page is informational only and does not constitute legal advice.
