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These changes are effective as of January 1, 2026 throughout the State of California:
SB 610 Duty to Repair Units After Natural Disaster
Landlords have always had a duty to repair habitability issues in dwelling units they rent. A new law requires landlords to fix any damage caused by natural disasters, including fires and earthquakes, in a tenant’s unit. Landlords will be obligated to remove debris, water damage, mold, and smoke residue from damaged units and then notify tenants of their right to return after work is completed.....READ MORE
AB 628 Habitability Requires Stoves and Refrigerators
Assembly Bill 628, authored by Assembly Member Tina McKinnor, requires California landlords to provide certain appliances to tenants. By amending the Civil Code, the law transforms the stove and refrigerator from optional tenant amenities into non-waivable, core components of a rental dwelling, dramatically increasing the legal and financial obligations of property owners across the state. ....READ MORE
AB 1384 New Bill for Commercial Unlawful Detainers
In 2025, the California Legislature shortened the timing for hearing of demurrers in eviction cases filed in court. Beginning January 1, 2026, the law was amended to clarify that a hearing on a demurrer, in a commercial eviction, cannot exceed 10 court days after the initial date assigned for the demurrer hearing. With residential evictions, the court will always have discretion to delay hearings if good cause is shown. The amendment ensures commercial unlawful detainers will advance swiftly from the initial phases of the case, with the primary goal of quickly resolving landlord-tenant conflicts....READ MORE
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