Rent Increase Rules in Beverly Hills, California
This page combines the verified California baseline with a separately reviewed Beverly Hills local-rule snapshot.
Statewide baseline
For covered properties, California limits rent increases to 5% plus cost of living, up to 10%. For increases beginning Aug. 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027, the California DOJ publishes regional maximums from 8.1% to 8.8%; a lower local ordinance can control.
State reference: California Civil Code § 1947.12 / Tenant Protection Act
State official source Editorial & verification policyVerified Beverly Hills local-rule snapshot
Beverly Hills administers its own Rent Stabilization Ordinance. The City currently lists a 3.37% maximum for Chapter 5 units (last updated September 11, 2026) and 3.6% for Chapter 6 units (June 2026). Covered units generally may receive only one increase every 12 months, and the City states a 30-day notice is required before increasing rent. Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 coverage, exemptions, registration, base rent and any approved adjustment must be verified before relying on a percentage.
Chapter 5 unit — current City maximum: 3.37% — Chapter 5 uses its own monthly-updated calculation; verify the current City figure on the effective date.
Chapter 6 unit — current City maximum: 3.6% — Chapter 6 uses the City formula and annual June update; verify unit classification.
Published notice baseline: at least 30 days written notice; property/tenancy facts can require additional review.
Local source reviewed: 2026-09-19
Official local-rule sourceCoverage, exemptions, lawful base rent, banking rules, registration, tenancy type, and property-specific facts can still change the result.
Beverly Hills rent increase quick answer
State baseline: For covered properties, California limits rent increases to 5% plus cost of living, up to 10%. For increases beginning Aug. 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027, the California DOJ publishes regional maximums from 8.1% to 8.8%; a lower local ordinance can control.
Local rule: Beverly Hills administers its own Rent Stabilization Ordinance. The City currently lists a 3.37% maximum for Chapter 5 units (last updated September 11, 2026) and 3.6% for Chapter 6 units (June 2026). Covered units generally may receive only one increase every 12 months, and the City states a 30-day notice is required before increasing rent. Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 coverage, exemptions, registration, base rent and any approved adjustment must be verified before relying on a percentage.
Last verified: 2026-09-19
Official source: Local source linked above.
Common questions
Does Beverly Hills have separate rent increase rules?
Beverly Hills administers its own Rent Stabilization Ordinance. The City currently lists a 3.37% maximum for Chapter 5 units (last updated September 11, 2026) and 3.6% for Chapter 6 units (June 2026). Covered units generally may receive only one increase every 12 months, and the City states a 30-day notice is required before increasing rent. Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 coverage, exemptions, registration, base rent and any approved adjustment must be verified before relying on a percentage.
Where should I start?
Start with the verified California baseline, then check the rules for the property and tenancy type.