California's rent increase laws for 2025 maintain statewide protections while introducing new tenant rights. The maximum allowable increase is 5% plus the local CPI or 10%, whichever is lower. Local caps vary: Los Angeles County limits increases to 3% for older multifamily units, while San Francisco caps rent-controlled units at 1.4%. New regulations include credit reporting options for tenants and extended response times for eviction notices. Tenants should verify local rules and document communications to challenge unlawful increases.
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