HRC provides telephone and in-person counseling to both tenants and landlords regarding their respective rights and responsibilities under California law and local city ordinances.  In addition to answering basic housing questions, Counselors commonly cite specific civil codes that pertain to the client’s matter and/or provide sample letters that discuss a particular issue.

When a client’s matter is outside the scope of HRC's services, we provide appropriate referral information.  These referrals include, but are not limited to local housing authorities, health and building & safety departments, legal assistance agencies, and other social service providers.

Use the links below to find out more about California landlord/tenant laws or local ordinances.

California Tenants Book - English

California Tenants Book - Spanish

California Department of Consumer Affairs - Landlord/Tenant Publications

Los Angeles City Rent Control Landlord-Tenant Handbook

California Mobilehome Residency Law Handbook

West Hollywood Rent Control Handbook

City of Glendale Just Cause for Eviction Ordinance

City of Santa Monica Rent Control

Los Angeles Rental Owners Knowledge Services


To find out who owns a particular property visit:

Los Angeles County Assessor