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No. Hawthorne, CA has no local rent control ordinance and no rent board. Rent limits come from California's statewide AB 1482 (Tenant Protection Act): annual increases capped at 5% + regional CPI, up to 10%, with just cause required to evict after 12 months.
What limits rent in Hawthorne
- AB 1482 rent cap: 5% + CPI, never above 10% per year for covered units (Civil Code §1947.12).
- Just cause (AB 1482): after 12 months, an allowable reason is required to end a tenancy; no-fault terminations require one month's rent in relocation (§1946.2).
Units exempt from the cap
Most single-family homes and condos (not corporate-owned), housing under 15 years old, and owner-occupied duplexes are exempt and have no percentage cap, though proper written notice is still required.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Hawthorne have rent control?
No. Hawthorne has no local rent control ordinance and no rent board. AB 1482 (5% + CPI, max 10%) is the only rent cap that applies to covered units.
How much can my rent go up in Hawthorne in 2026?
For AB 1482-covered units, no more than 5% + regional CPI, capped at 10% per year. Exempt units have no percentage cap.
Does Hawthorne have just-cause eviction protection?
Yes, through AB 1482: after 12 months of tenancy, a landlord must have an allowable reason to evict, and no-fault terminations require relocation assistance.
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