California's rental laws are undergoing significant changes, with key reforms set to take effect in April 2025. Landlords must photograph rental units upon regaining possession and after any repairs, ensuring transparency in security deposit deductions. The response time for tenants in eviction cases has doubled from five to ten business days, allowing for adequate legal preparation. Additionally, landlords can only charge for repairs necessary to restore units to their original state, excluding normal wear and tear. These reforms aim to strengthen tenant rights and promote accountability among landlords amid ongoing legal adjustments in the housing market.
Landlords will now have to document the condition of rental units with photos before and after repairs, ensuring transparency in deposit deductions.
Starting April 1, 2025, tenants will have 10 business days to respond to eviction complaints, doubling the previous time allowed for legal representation.
New legislation addresses landlord responsibilities regarding charges for cleaning and repairs, mandating they return units to pre-rental condition minus normal wear and tear.
The 2015 balcony collapse tragedy emphasizes the importance of tenant safety regulations, which continue to evolve as policymakers prioritize property inspections.
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