Important Update: Changes to LA County Tenant Laws Coming Soon In a significant development for tenants and landlords alike, Los Angeles County is set to close a major loophole that has allowed residential landlords to evict tenants for remodeling purposes. Under current state law, a landlord may end a tenancy to substantially remodel the property (as per Civil Code § 1946.2, subsection (b)(2)(D)), but this does not apply within the City of Los Angeles. Instead, landlords must follow the City’s Tenant Habitability Program (Chapter XV, Article 2, §§ 152.00 through 152.08 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code). However, recent changes are on the horizon. As reported in the Los Angeles Times, LA city officials are moving to further restrict such evictions, making it harder for landlords to displace tenants under the guise of renovation. If you’re a landlord, you only have 2 to 3 months left before these new regulations come into effect, potentially making eviction for remodeling purposes much more difficult. It’s important for landlords to stay informed and make any necessary adjustments to their plans before these legal changes take place. For tenants, this means more stability in their homes, as eviction under these circumstances will become significantly more challenging. Stay tuned for more updates on this topic, and be sure to consult with legal experts to ensure you are in compliance with the upcoming changes.