Rent Control in Concord

Last updated: January 2026

Local rent control plus California's AB 1482 tenant protections.

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Key Takeaways

Coverage: Multifamily complexes built before February 1995. Single-family homes and condos exempt from rent stabilization.
Rent Increase Cap: 5% maximum as of August 1, 2025 (changed from prior 3% or 60% CPI cap).
Just Cause Protection: Required for landlords with 3+ single-family homes/condos. Relocation assistance required for covered SFH/condos.
Local Help: City of Concord Residential Tenant Protection Program.

1. Overview of Rent Control in Concord

The City of Concord has a Residential Tenant Protection Program that provides rent stabilization and tenant protection for many residential rental units. The ordinance went into effect on April 19, 2024, and was amended effective May 22, 2025.

Since January 1, 2020, California's statewide rent law (often called state rent control or AB 1482) also protects many units that are not covered by Concord's local ordinance. For those units, annual rent increases are generally capped at 5% + inflation (CPI), or 10%, whichever is lower, for tenants who have lived in the unit for at least 12 months.

This article is a high‑level guide based on public resources such as the City of Concord's Rent Program and the Concord Municipal Code. It is not legal advice.

2. Who Is Covered by Rent Control in Concord?

Concord's Residential Tenant Protection Program applies to multifamily complexes built before February 1995. However, there are several important exceptions:

Single-family homes – Single-family homes are exempt from rent stabilization regulations, though they may still be protected under California's statewide Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) and may be subject to just cause eviction protections (see below).
Condominiums – Condominiums are exempt from rent stabilization regulations, though they may still be protected under AB 1482 and may be subject to just cause eviction protections (see below).
Newer construction – Units constructed on or after February 1, 1995, are exempt from rent stabilization, though they may still be protected under AB 1482. Note: Since we only have year-level data, properties built in 1995 may be covered if built before February 1995, but we cannot determine this without month-level information.

Tools like RentCheckMe can help you check whether your building is likely covered based on its construction year and property type.

3. Maximum Allowable Rent Increases

For rental units that are subject to Concord's rent stabilization regulations, the Allowable Annual Rent Increase is 5% as of August 1, 2025.

This 5% cap replaced the prior regulatory cap of 3% or 60% of the Consumer Price Index (CPI), whichever was lower. The change to a flat 5% maximum annual increase was effective May 22, 2025.

Key rules for rent increases:

Landlords can increase rent no more than once in any 12-month period.
Property owners must give tenants proper written notice before implementing a rent increase.
The rent increase cap applies to covered multifamily units and mobilehome units.

4. Just Cause Eviction Protections

Concord's Residential Tenant Protection Program includes just cause for eviction protections. Landlords can only evict tenants for specific legal reasons listed in the ordinance.

For Multifamily Properties: Just cause eviction protections apply to all covered rental units subject to rent stabilization.

For Single-Family Homes and Condominiums: Just cause eviction regulations apply based on the number of properties a landlord owns:

Applies to landlords who rent out three or more single-family homes or condominiums in Concord.
Exempts landlords with two or fewer rented single-family homes and condominiums in Concord from just cause eviction regulations.

Tenants in covered units may only be evicted for "no fault" or "at fault" just cause reasons. "No fault" just cause evictions include:

Owner move-ins
Ellis Act evictions
Compliance with government orders
Intent to demolish/substantially remodel the unit

Only "no fault" just cause evictions trigger relocation payments and moving stipends.

5. Using RentCheckMe with Official Resources

By combining our automated check with trusted resources like the City of Concord's Rent Program and the Concord Municipal Code, you can get both a quick snapshot and deeper, individualized help for your situation.

After you run an address through RentCheckMe, consider saving the result and bringing it with you if you contact the Concord Rent Program or consult with a tenant counselor or attorney—they can help you interpret how the Residential Tenant Protection Program and state law apply to your specific tenancy.

6. Resources for Concord Tenants

California Department of Consumer Affairs – Statewide tenant rights information
Housing Rights Center – Education and advocacy for tenants throughout California

7. Important Disclaimer

This article is intended as a readable, high‑level overview of rent control in Concord, drawn from public resources like the City of Concord's Rent Program and the Concord Municipal Code. It does not cover every exception or nuance and does not constitute legal advice.

Laws change, and how they apply can depend on the specific facts of your tenancy. For binding guidance about your rights or obligations, speak with the City of Concord Rent Program (phone: (925) 671-5070, email: concordrentprogram@cityofconcord.org), a qualified attorney, or a tenant‑counseling organization.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Concord have its own rent control ordinance?

Yes, Concord has a local rent control ordinance that provides protections beyond California's statewide AB 1482. The local ordinance typically covers more properties and may have stricter rent increase limits.

How much can my landlord raise rent in Concord?

For units covered by Concord's local ordinance, rent increases are limited by the local rules (often based on CPI). For units only covered by AB 1482, the cap is 5% + CPI or 10%, whichever is lower.

What protections do I have as a tenant in Concord?

Tenants in Concord may have just cause eviction protections under both the local ordinance and AB 1482, meaning landlords must have a valid legal reason to evict you after you've lived in the unit for a certain period.

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