Landlord Notices Pack
CALIFORNIA LANDLORD NOTICES PACK
NOTICE 1: RENT INCREASE NOTICE
Date: [DATE]
To: [TENANT NAME(S)]
Property: [ADDRESS], California [ZIP]
NOTICE OF RENT INCREASE
Your monthly rent will increase as follows:
| Current Rent | New Rent | Increase % |
|---|---|---|
| $[CURRENT] | $[NEW] | [X]% |
Effective Date: [DATE]
Notice Period:
☐ 30 days - Increase is 10% or less of lowest rent in past 12 months
☐ 90 days - Increase is more than 10% of lowest rent in past 12 months
AB 1482 Compliance:
☐ Property is covered by Tenant Protection Act
☐ Property is exempt from Tenant Protection Act because: [REASON]
LANDLORD: _______________________________ Date: ____________
NOTICE 2: LEASE TERMINATION NOTICE
Date: [DATE]
To: [TENANT NAME(S)]
Property: [ADDRESS], California [ZIP]
NOTICE OF TERMINATION
☐ 30-day notice (tenancy less than 1 year)
☐ 60-day notice (tenancy 1 year or longer)
Termination Date: [DATE]
Just Cause (Required under AB 1482 for covered properties):
☐ At-Fault Just Cause: [SPECIFY]
☐ No-Fault Just Cause: [SPECIFY] - Relocation assistance may be required
LANDLORD: _______________________________ Date: ____________
NOTICE 3: SECURITY DEPOSIT RETURN
Date: [DATE]
To: [TENANT NAME(S)]
Forwarding Address: [ADDRESS]
SECURITY DEPOSIT ITEMIZATION
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Security Deposit Received | $[AMOUNT] |
| Deductions: | |
| Unpaid Rent | $[AMOUNT] |
| Cleaning (beyond normal) | $[AMOUNT] |
| Repairs (beyond normal wear) | $[AMOUNT] |
| Total Deductions | $[TOTAL] |
| AMOUNT RETURNED | $[BALANCE] |
☐ Receipts/invoices attached for deductions over $125
☐ Good faith estimate provided (work not yet completed)
LANDLORD: _______________________________ Date: ____________
California: Cal. Civ. Code § 1950.5. Deposit return: 21 days. Max deposit: 1 month's rent (Cal. Civ. Code § 1950.5 as amended by AB 12, eff. July 1, 2024). Exception: small landlords (≤2 properties, ≤4 total units) may charge up to 2 months' rent. AB 1482 limits rent increases and requires just cause for evictions.
About This Template
Real estate documents transfer ownership, define who can use a property, and record agreements between buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants. Deeds, purchase agreements, leases, and easements have to be drafted to meet state recording requirements, and mistakes show up at closing or years later in title disputes. Good real estate paperwork moves transactions forward quickly and avoids the kind of problems that only surface when it is time to sell or refinance.
Important Notice
This template is provided for informational purposes. It is not legal advice. We recommend having an attorney review any legal document before signing, especially for high-value or complex matters.
Last updated: April 2026