Santa Monica 3-Day Eviction Notice Requirements
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Does Santa Monica Have Rent Control?
Yes - Rent Control
Yes. Santa Monica has had rent control since 1979 under the Santa Monica Rent Control Charter Amendment. It is one of the strongest rent control laws in California.
The charter covers most residential rental units and is administered by the Santa Monica Rent Control Board, an independent agency.
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3-Day Notice Requirements in Santa Monica
In addition to California's statewide CCP §1161 requirements, Santa Monica has the following local requirements:
- Just cause for eviction is required for all rent-controlled units
- A copy of the notice must be filed with the Santa Monica Rent Control Board
- Notice must reference the applicable section of the Rent Control Charter Amendment
- Tenant must be informed of their right to contact the Rent Control Board
- Certain evictions require prior approval from the Rent Control Board
RentNotice handles this automatically. When you select Santa Monica as your property location, all required local language is added to your notice.
Landlord Resources in Santa Monica
- All rental units must be registered with the Rent Control Board
- File a copy of any eviction notice with the Rent Control Board
- Annual rent increases are set by the Rent Control Board based on CPI
- Just cause is required for all evictions - 10 permissible grounds listed in the charter
- Some evictions require prior Rent Control Board approval
Tenant Resources in Santa Monica
- If you receive a 3-day notice, contact the Rent Control Board to verify it meets all local requirements.
- You have the right to a hearing before the Rent Control Board regarding any eviction.
- Santa Monica provides strong tenant protections - most evictions require just cause and prior board approval.
- Free legal assistance may be available through LAFLA and other organizations.
- If you believe your notice is invalid, consult a licensed California attorney immediately.
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