1. What is the Los Angeles County Rent Increase Calculation?

The Los Angeles County rent increase calculation determines the maximum allowable rent increase for rent-controlled units in 2025. It uses the Consumer Price Index (CPI) with a cap to protect tenants from excessive increases.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• \( CPI \) — Consumer Price Index percentage (e.g., 3.5 for 3.5%)
• \( Current\ Rent \) — The current monthly rent amount
• 3% — The additional percentage allowed above CPI
• 8% — The maximum allowed increase percentage

Explanation: The calculation takes the CPI percentage, adds 3%, but never allows the total increase to exceed 8% of the current rent.

3. Importance of Rent Control

Details: Rent control helps maintain housing affordability by limiting how much landlords can increase rent each year. In Los Angeles County, this applies to qualifying rental units built before February 1, 1995.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the current CPI percentage (without the % sign) and your current monthly rent amount. The calculator will show your maximum allowable rent increase and new rent amount.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the current CPI for Los Angeles County?
A: The CPI changes annually. Check with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for the most recent Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim area CPI.

Q2: Does this apply to all rental units in LA County?
A: No, only to rent-controlled units (generally those built before February 1, 1995). Newer buildings may have different rules.

Q3: How often can rent be increased?
A: For rent-controlled units, landlords can typically increase rent once every 12 months.

Q4: Are there exceptions to these limits?
A: Yes, capital improvements or major repairs may allow additional increases with proper documentation and approval.

Q5: Where can I verify these rules?
A: Check with the Los Angeles County Housing Authority or consult a tenant rights organization for the most current regulations.