News

Southern California Rental Housing Association is the trusted source for news and information that impacts the rental housing industry. Please note, some articles and posts are for SCRHA members and will require a valid login to access.

CalRHA Updates Community Community Resources Elections & Endorsements How-To Guide to SCRHA Industry Legislative Updates Rental Advisor Magazine

SCRHA Forms Update - April 2024
SCRHA Forms Update - April 2024

SCRHA is pleased to announce that several forms have been updated so that members can continue to comply with state and local laws. Members may access the latest forms via their Azibo account. SB 267 which went into effect on January 1, 2024, requires that housing providers allow applicants... Continue Reading

Date posted04/1/2024


Legislative Update - March 28, 2024
Legislative Update - March 28, 2024

Help SCRHA Stop AB 2785AB 2785 will be heard in the Assembly Judiciary Committee on Tuesday, April 2. This bill would force ALL rental housing providers to deposit a tenant’s security deposit into an interest-bearing account with a bank or financial institution (within 30 days of receipt)... Continue Reading

Date posted03/28/2024


Legislative Update - March 21, 2024
Legislative Update - March 21, 2024

Take Action in Spring & Help House VeteransThe County of San Diego is spearheading a regional effort to house homeless veterans. "Leave No Veteran Behind" seeks to achieve functional zero for veteran homelessness in the county through partnerships with regional, state, and federal partners.... Continue Reading

Date posted03/21/2024


Legislative Update - March 14, 2024
Legislative Update - March 14, 2024

Oceanside Tenant Protection Discussion Rescheduled to April 10Due to staff illness, the decision was made to continue the Tenant Protection discussion to Wednesday, April 10. SCRHA will send a reminder prior to April 10. Click here to read the staff report. California COVID-19 Rent Relief... Continue Reading

Date posted03/14/2024


CalRHA Policy Update - March 2024
CalRHA Policy Update - March 2024

The Governor’s Legislative Secretary, Christy Buoma, is leaving and has been replaced by Christine Aurre, who has served as Newsom’s Deputy Legislative Affairs Secretary since 2022. Prior to that, she was Legislative Director in the Office of State Senate Majority Leader Robert... Continue Reading

Date posted03/13/2024


Rental Advisor Magazine - March 2024
Rental Advisor Magazine - March 2024

Continue Reading

Date posted03/5/2024


Legislative Update - February 29, 2024
Legislative Update - February 29, 2024

Oceanside Council to Discuss Tenant ProtectionsWhile details are not yet available, the Oceanside City Council is set to hold a discussion on Tenant Protections on March 13, 2024. It is expected that city staff will provide an overview of the resources the city currently has in place to assist... Continue Reading

Date posted02/29/2024


Legislative Update - February 22, 2024
Legislative Update - February 22, 2024

Reminder: Anti-Price Gouging Rules Extended for February StormsAs of now, Imperial County has anti-price going rules in place through March 3, while San Diego and Riverside Counties will have the regulations in place through March 5. These emergencies can be extended by the Governor. Visit the... Continue Reading

Date posted02/22/2024


SCRHA Advocacy Encourages National City Council to Delay Tenant Flood Protections
SCRHA Advocacy Encourages National City Council to Delay Tenant Flood Protections

At a hearing that went to almost 10 PM, the National City Mayor and City Council reviewed potential tenant protections that would go beyond the existing protections in the County Flood Eviction and Rent Cap Moratorium. Public comment included SCRHA, property owners, industry allies, and National... Continue Reading

Date posted02/21/2024


Rental Advisor Magazine - February 2024
Rental Advisor Magazine - February 2024

Continue Reading

Date posted02/15/2024


Legislative Update - February 15, 2024
Legislative Update - February 15, 2024

National City to Discuss Additional Tenant Protections on TuesdayWhile no ordinance is being voted on this coming Tuesday, February 20, the National City Council will discuss whether to direct city staff to create a local ordinance to provide additional protections to tenants who were impacted by... Continue Reading

Date posted02/15/2024


CalRHA Urges Expedited Action on Property Insurance
CalRHA Urges Expedited Action on Property Insurance

CalRHA issued the press release below calling on Insurance Commissioner Lara to expedite solutions for stabilizing California's property insurance. Continue Reading

Date posted02/14/2024