Rent Increase Rules in Concord, California
This page combines the verified California baseline with a separately reviewed Concord 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 Concord local-rule snapshot
For Concord rental units covered by the City Residential Tenant Protection Program rent-stabilization provisions, the current allowable annual rent increase is 5%. The current City program applies this rent cap to covered multifamily complexes built before February 1995; single-family homes, condominiums, newer units and other excluded housing are not subject to this rent-stabilization cap, so property coverage must be confirmed.
Current listed local maximum: 5% · Current 5% cap effective since 8/1/25
Local source reviewed: 2026-09-17
Official local-rule sourceCoverage, exemptions, lawful base rent, banking rules, registration, tenancy type, and property-specific facts can still change the result.
Concord 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: For Concord rental units covered by the City Residential Tenant Protection Program rent-stabilization provisions, the current allowable annual rent increase is 5%. The current City program applies this rent cap to covered multifamily complexes built before February 1995; single-family homes, condominiums, newer units and other excluded housing are not subject to this rent-stabilization cap, so property coverage must be confirmed.
Last verified: 2026-09-17
Official source: Local source linked above.
Common questions
Does Concord have separate rent increase rules?
For Concord rental units covered by the City Residential Tenant Protection Program rent-stabilization provisions, the current allowable annual rent increase is 5%. The current City program applies this rent cap to covered multifamily complexes built before February 1995; single-family homes, condominiums, newer units and other excluded housing are not subject to this rent-stabilization cap, so property coverage must be confirmed.
Where should I start?
Start with the verified California baseline, then check the rules for the property and tenancy type.