California’s real estate laws keep evolving, and SB 567 is one of the most important changes landlords need to understand heading into 2025. If you own or manage property in Los Angeles, here’s what SB 567 means — and how to stay compliant.

 

 

🔍 What Is SB 567?

 

 

SB 567 is a law that amends California’s existing tenant protection statutes (notably the Tenant Protection Act / AB 1482). The changes officially took effect April 1, 2024. 

 

Its goal is to strengthen “just cause” eviction protections, tighten rules around “no-fault” evictions, and give tenants more clarity and recourse if landlords try to circumvent protections. 

 

 

✔️ Key Changes Landlords Need to Know

 

 

Here are the most important points to understand:

 

 

What’s New, Changed & Why It Matters: 

 

Just Cause Eviction Required Earlier

SB 567 removes the requirement that tenants have been in place for 12 months before “just cause” protections kick in. Under SB 567, the protections now apply immediately. 

You can no longer wait for a tenant to stay a year before being bound by just cause rules — even new leases are subject.

 

No-Fault Evictions & Owner-Occupancy

If a landlord wants to evict a tenant to move in (or have a close family member move in), SB 567 requires the landlord or related party to occupy the property as a primary residence for at least 12 continuous months. 

Landlords can’t just claim “owner needs it” and immediately rent it back out or use it otherwise.

 

Withdrawal of Units / Rental Market Exit

If a landlord withdraws all units from the rental market, they must record notice with the county, and comply with other procedural requirements. 

It prevents shady maneuvers where landlords evict tenants to re-rent under new terms or restructure.

 

Substantial Remodel / Demolition

If eviction is based on substantial remodel or demolition, the landlord must provide detailed written notice (scope of work, timeline, permit info) to the tenant. 

Tenants will have more transparency about what’s being done and how long they’ll be displaced.

 

Penalties & Enforcement

Violating SB 567’s rules can expose landlords to paying up to 3x damages and punitive damages. The Attorney General, city attorneys, or county counsel can bring cases for injunctive relief. 

The financial risk increases for mistakes or intentional noncompliance.

 

Rent Increase Caps Remain

The rent-increase limitations (5% + CPI, up to 10%) from AB 1482 are preserved, and landlords who demand rent above that cap may face treble damages. 

You must remain careful about how much, how often, and how you notify increases.

 

 

 

🛡️ What This Means for Landlords in LA

 

 

You’ll need airtight lease provisions

Make sure your lease clearly defines the reasons for termination, conditions under no-fault eviction, and your obligations under remodel/displacement scenarios.

Document everything

Permits, timelines, notices to tenants — these are critical now. If you ever need to justify an eviction, your documentation could make or break your case.

Be cautious with no-fault evictions

Because of the new occupancy and timing requirements, no-fault evictions (owner move-in, remodel) are riskier and more regulated under SB 567.

Know local overlay laws

Some cities have rent control or just cause ordinances that are even more protective than state law. Where local rules are stricter, you must follow them. 

Adjust your risk projections

With stronger tenant protections and damages exposure, any acquisition or renovation analysis should consider these legal constraints.

 

 

 

🧭 What You Should Do Next (Checklist)

 

Update your standard lease templates to reflect SB 567’s requirements.

Include detailed termination and displacement sections.

Train your leasing and property management teams on the new rules.

Consult your attorney to make sure your practices in LA (or specific neighborhoods) comply with both state and local laws.

Review any pending eviction or move-in plans to make sure they satisfy SB 567’s stricter criteria.