California landlord law for coastal owners: AB 1482 rent cap, just-cause eviction, security-deposit limits (now 1x rent statewide), required disclosures, and habitability standards. State law is the floor — coastal cities (Santa Monica, Oakland, LA) layer their own rent boards on top.
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California's AB 1482 rent cap rises to 8.9% for 2026. Understand the CPI calculation, exemptions, and how coastal landlords can maximize compliant rent growth.
Every coastal California city governs short-term rentals differently. This pillar guide breaks down permit pathway, owner-occupancy, night caps, TOT, and Coastal Commission posture from Santa Barbara to San Diego.