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California’s rental housing industry faces increased scrutiny over the accessibility of company websites. A plaintiff’s attorney recently contacted a Sacramento rental housing company, alleging violations of accessibility requirements under California fair housing law. A third-party company hosts the website.

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The city of Los Angeles’ COVID-19 eviction moratorium violates the U.S. Constitution and puts landlords at risk of foreclosure and bankruptcy, according to a brief filed by the California Apartment Association. The moratorium shields tenants from eviction for nonpayment of rent for two years, regardless of whether they can provide evidence of financial hardship tied to COVID-19.

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Long Beach on Tuesday unanimously approved a pathway for legalizing housing units that have been developed over time on existing structures but without building permits. These units are generally carved out of existing spaces, such as laundry rooms or storage areas, or have resulted from modest additions to existing multifamily buildings. The units may be safe and habitable yet remain out-of-compliance with underlying zoning regulations and development standards.

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Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday pushed for the rapid distribution of $2.6 billion in federal rent relief headed to California from the latest COVID-19 economic stimulus package. Newsom’s office said the funds will help both low-income Californians and small-scale landlords struggling financially from the pandemic. Gov. Gavin Newsom The governor Wednesday also proposed a $2.4 billion Golden State Stimulus program that would send $600 to low-income Californians. Newsom also urged lawmakers to extend COVID-19 eviction protections set to expire at the end of this month. With federal rent relief, the U.S. Treasury has until Jan. 26 deadline to distribute the… Read More

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The governor is urging California lawmakers to extend the statewide eviction protections provided under the COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act. Without action, the protections will expire Jan. 31, five months after they passed the Legislature as AB 3088. Gov. Gavin Newsom said he and legislative leaders have committed to keeping the eviction moratorium in effect. Gov. Gavin Newsom “Yes, we will get a deal done to extend these renter-and-eviction protections,” Newsom said during a press conference. “It’s foundational, it’s fundamental.” Under AB 3088, tenants who declare COVID-related hardships have until the end of this month to pay at least 25% of… Read More

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Both renters and landlords continue to struggle as the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, spurring stay-at-home orders and ravaging California’s economy. Given these hardships, CAA will continue to work with the governor and Legislature to craft temporary policies that keep tenants in their homes but also compensate landlords for the housing they are required to provide to renters affected by the pandemic. An extension of the eviction moratorium, regardless of its duration, must include reimbursements for landlords who have provided housing with zero-to-little compensation under tenant protections tied to the coronavirus. It is paramount that California and its local governments distribute… Read More

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The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday voted 5-0 to extend its eviction moratorium measures through February. The L.A. County action includes anticipation of the possible expiration of AB 3088, which provides statewide eviction protections and rent deferral guidelines for COVID-19 affected renters.

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Updated compliance information on CDC eviction moratorium also available The California Apartment Association has published answers to the most frequently asked questions about the $25 billion rental-assistance fund included in the recently enacted federal stimulus bill. The Industry Insight paper addresses issues such as: How the funds will be allocated among the 50 states What the funds will be used for Who is eligible for help It is not yet clear how state and local governments will distribute the money. CAA will update this FAQ as more details emerge. Information about other provisions of the stimulus bill can be found… Read More

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The California Apartment Association has published compliance documents to help landlords follow Sacramento’s Tenant Protection Program. CAA’s resources highlight the Sacramento Tenant Protection and Relief Act and how it interacts with AB 1482, California’s statewide rent cap and “just cause” eviction law. The compliance documents also cover the city’s COVID-19 eviction moratorium and its interaction with the state COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act. Links to the CAA compliance materials: Sacramento Tenant Protection & Relief Act: Questions & Answers Sacramento Tenant Protection and Relief Act v. AB 1482 Interaction between the City of Sacramento Eviction Moratorium and the State COVID-19 Tenant Relief… Read More

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The California Apartment Association’s offices will be closed Friday, Jan. 1, in observance of the New Year’s holiday. Normal operating hours will resume Monday, Jan. 4.

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