Oakland, CA local landlord rules
State law also applies. See California landlord-tenant law.
Quick facts
| Topic | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Rent control / stabilization | Covered units: one increase per 12 months; the annual CPI increase is 2.3% from Aug 1, 2026 (formula: 60% of CPI or 3%, whichever is lower). |
| Rental licensing / registration | Owners of units covered by the Rent Adjustment Ordinance cannot raise rents unless the unit is registered with the Rent Adjustment Progra… |
| Just-cause eviction | Not yet verified |
Details & sources
Rent control / stabilization
Covered units: one increase per 12 months; the annual CPI increase is 2.3% from Aug 1, 2026 (formula: 60% of CPI or 3%, whichever is lower). Requires 30 days' written notice and a RAP Notice, and the unit must be registered with RAP. Combined increases cannot exceed the state cap (8.8% from Aug 1, 2026).
Verified Source: Oakland Rent Adjustment Ordinance (OMC 8.22) · last checked 2026-10-15
Back to quick facts ↑Rental licensing / registration
Owners of units covered by the Rent Adjustment Ordinance cannot raise rents unless the unit is registered with the Rent Adjustment Program (RAP).
Verified Source: Oakland Rent Adjustment Ordinance (OMC 8.22) · last checked 2026-10-15
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Not yet verified
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