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Whether renting a room, an apartment, a house, or a duplex, the relationship between a renter and the property owner is governed by federal, state, and, local laws. Issues are typically resolved as a matter between two private parties. The following information and resources may be of assistance to you.

Tenant Protection Ordinance

Amendments to CVMC 9.65 "Residential Tenant Protections" were approved at the February 20 (Item 7.2) City Council meeting, and are effective as of April 1, 2024. The current ordinance with the most recent updates in track change can be found here.

The “California Tenant Protection Act” has been in place since January 1, 2020 via Assembly Bill 1482, with subsequent amendments via Senate Bill 567 (effective 4/1/24), and applies to properties statewide. This existing state law requires landlords provide tenants with notice of the law and to disclose the specific reasons they are terminating a tenancy.

On November 1, 2022 the Chula Vista City Council adopted Chula Vista Municipal Code (“CVMC”) section 9.65, the Residential Tenant Protection Ordinance, to strengthen the statewide protections already in place and provide greater tenant protections in certain instances of no fault eviction in the City of Chula Vista. View the comparison of state law and CVMC 9.65 to learn more about the differences between state and local law by property type.

Administrative Regulations effective April 20, 2023

HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent (FY2024)

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Properties Subject to CVMC 9.65

For a Tenancy in a Residential Rental Unit subject to CVMC 9.65 and in existence before March 1, 2023, a Notice to Tenants Subject to CVMC 9.65 or a substantial equivalent is required to be provided to the Tenant(s) directly or as an addendum to the lease or rental agreement no later than March 1, 2023. (see CVMC 9.65.060(D))

For a Tenancy in a Residential Rental Unit subject to CVMC 9.65 commenced or renewed on or after March 1, 2023, the notice shall be included as an addendum to the lease or rental agreement, or as a written notice signed by the Tenant(s), with a copy provided to the Tenant(s). (see CVMC 9.65.060(D))

Properties Exempt from CVMC 9.65

An owner of a single-family home or condominium, who is not one of the entities identified in CVMC 9.65.040(C)(1), but who is exempt from the Tenant Protection Ordinance under CVMC 9.65.040(C) must provide a Notice to Tenants Exempt from CVMC 9.65 or a substantial equivalent to their tenant(s).

For a Tenancy existing before March 1, 2023, the notice may, but is not required to, be provided in the rental agreement. For a Tenancy commenced or renewed on or after March 1, 2023, the notice shall be provided in the rental agreement. Addition of a provision containing the notice to any new or renewed rental agreement or fixed-term lease constitutes a similar provision for the purposes of section. (see 9.64.040(C))

Impacts of the Tenant Protection Ordinance

Our dashboard monitors the impact of No-Fault Just Cause Terminations of Tenancy for those properties that are subject to CVMC 9.65.

General Tenant & Landlord Resources

Legal Resources

If you believe you have been unlawfully evicted or if you need legal advice, you should consult with an attorney. If you need low or no cost legal help, please visit lawhelpca.org and/or Tenant Resources.
Legal Aid Society of San Diego – 1-877-534-2524
CSA San Diego County: www.c4sa.org/ (619) 444-5700

Rental and Security Deposit Resources

County of San Diego security deposit program: Security Deposit Assistance Program (sandiegocounty.gov) (858) 694-4801
Veteran’s assistance: gov Home | Veterans Affairs 1-800-827-1000

Utility Resources

SDGE CARES program: CARE and FERA Programs | San Diego Gas & Electric (sdge.com) 1-877-646-5525
Statewide utility assistance: Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (ca.gov) California Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program | Benefits.gov (916) 376-7109; 1-866-675-6623

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