AB 246: Rent and Eviction Moratorium after L.A. Wildfires?

As Los Angeles recovers from the devastating recent wildfires, landlords are questioning whether they will face a new rent and eviction moratorium—similar to the laws enacted during the COVID-19 pandemic.

A proposed bill, Assembly Bill 246, could significantly impact rental properties by freezing rent increases for 12 months and restricting certain evictions. With a vote scheduled for February 2025, property owners must stay informed about how this law could affect them.

In this video, real estate attorney Edrin Shamtob breaks down AB 246 and what landlords need to know. Stay ahead of the changes so you can manage your properties the best possible way.

If you have questions about AB 246, rent control laws, or your rental properties, contact SNS Law Group today.

Transcript:

The recent Los Angeles fires are making landlords wonder whether they may soon face a rent and eviction moratorium, similar to the COVID 19 pandemic laws.

Hi, my name is Edrin Shamtob. I’m a licensed California attorney with more than a decade of experience in a real estate law field. During my career, I have counseled tens of thousands of property owners to prepare for new housing laws on the horizon.

California Assembly Bill 246

One new law that may soon be enacted by the state of California is Assembly Bill 246.

12-Month Moratorium on Rent Increases

AB 246 would function to impose a strict 12 month moratorium on rent increases for all properties located in the county of Los Angeles. The bill would freeze rental rates at a level they were on January 7th, 2025, directly before the onset of the recent fires.

Prohibit Various Types of Evictions

The bill may also go as far as prohibiting a variety of different types of evictions, similar to the moratoriums landlords faced during the COVID 19 pandemic.

AB 246 Is Scheduled for a Vote

AB 246 has not yet been enacted and is scheduled for a vote in February 2025.

Contact SNS Law Group for Questions About AB 246

Make sure to subscribe and follow, as I’ll be updating you on whether this new law may go into effect and its impact on you. If you have any questions about AB 246 or general real estate questions about your real properties, please give us a call. We’d be happy to help any way we can.