California Eviction Notice Generator

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What is just cause for eviction in California?

Under California Civil Code Section 1946.2, landlords of covered properties must have a legally recognized reason ("just cause") to terminate a tenancy after all tenants have occupied for 12+ months or at least one tenant for 24+ months. Just causes are divided into at-fault (e.g., nonpayment of rent, lease violation) and no-fault (e.g., owner move-in, substantial remodel).

How many days notice is required for a California eviction?

It depends on the type of notice. At-fault notices (pay or quit, cure or quit, unconditional quit) require 3 days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and judicial holidays. No-fault terminations require 30 days (tenancies under 1 year) or 60 days (tenancies of 1 year or more). Calendar days apply to 30/60-day notices.

What is relocation assistance in California?

For no-fault terminations under CC 1946.2, the landlord must provide relocation assistance equal to one month's rent, either as a direct payment within 15 days of serving the notice or as a waiver of the final month's rent. Failure to strictly comply renders the notice void. Local ordinances may require higher amounts.

Can I evict a tenant without just cause in California?

For tenancies covered by CC 1946.2 (most residential tenancies after 12+ months of continuous occupancy), landlords must have just cause. Some properties are exempt, including new construction (within 15 years), owner-occupied duplexes, and certain single-family homes with proper written notice of exemption.

What did SB 567 change about owner move-in evictions?

Effective April 1, 2024, SB 567 requires: (1) the owner must move in within 90 days of the tenant vacating, (2) at least 25% recorded ownership interest, (3) minimum 12 months continuous occupancy as primary residence, and (4) if the owner fails to comply, they must offer the unit back to the tenant at the same rent.

What makes an eviction notice defective?

Common defects include: wrong notice type (e.g., unconditional quit when cure is required), overstating rent amount (including non-rent charges), missing required payment recipient information, failure to state just cause, failure to provide relocation assistance for no-fault notices, improper service method, and filing before the notice period expires.