Decorative imageJULY 2025

City of Los Angeles Updates Allowable Rent Increases

The City of Los Angeles has confirmed the allowable rent adjustments for rent-controlled units covered under the Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO). This applies to most residential properties built on or before October 1, 1978, within city limits.

For the period from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, the following increases are permitted:

Infographic showing 3% base rent increase and 1% utility adjustment if paid by landlord.

California law requires landlords to provide at least 30 days’ written notice for any rent increase under 10%.

Notice that Los Angeles rent increases may still be revised.Policy wins: Claremont and Ventura adopt balanced pro-housing policies.

Ventura City Council Rejects 4 out of 7 Bad Policies

On May 27th, the Ventura City Council rejected four out of seven proposed policies brought forward by city staff:

Policy wins: Claremont and Ventura adopt balanced pro-housing policies.

The defeat of these policies represents a significant victory for housing providers in Ventura, as it prevents the creation of a costly and unnecessary bureaucracy that would have been required to administer and enforce a rental registry without a local rent stabilization ordinance.


Claremont Passes Equitable Anti-Harassment Ordinance

On March 27th, the Claremont City Council unanimously passed a groundbreaking anti-harassment ordinance protecting both landlords and renters from wrongful harassment—the first of its kind in the Southland. The ordinance covers all types of rental housing and takes effect June 26, 2025.

Key Prohibitions Under the Ordinance:

Three tenant harassment examples: threats, immigration disclosure, repeated disturbances.

Additionally, Section 8.35.020 Tenant Harassment outlines further prohibited actions specific to rental housing providers.

Thanks to everyone who participated in the city’s listening sessions and helped make this balanced, equitable ordinance possible. Rental housing providers are encouraged to review the new requirements and seek legal guidance if needed.

Multifamily insurance: what property owners need to know in 2025.

Los Angeles multifamily property owners are facing a tough insurance market. Premiums have soared—often doubling or tripling—due to more claims, natural disasters, and stricter underwriting. Many insurers now only offer Actual Cash Value (ACV) policies instead of full Replacement Cost, leaving owners with less coverage after a loss.

Insurers are also requiring full property inspections before issuing or renewing policies. Major carriers like State Farm have stopped insuring buildings over 30 years old in LA, further limiting options and driving up costs.

These rising expenses are directly impacting property values, as higher insurance costs reduce Net Operating Income (NOI) and make deals harder to pencil.


What can you do?

Work with a broker who specializes in multifamily insurance in California. Review your options, consider risk mitigation strategies, and be proactive about property maintenance.

If your renewal is coming up or you need a new policy, contact us—we’re here to help you find the best coverage for your property.