New Temporary Tenant Protections in Lemon Grove

New Temporary Tenant Protections in Lemon Grove

Temporary Emergency Law – Started February 3, 2026

This law helps protect most renters from no‑fault evictions.  To be eligible for additional protections, you must be a tenant currently covered by California’s Tenant Protection Act of 2019 (AB 1482).

A no‑fault eviction means you did nothing wrong, but your landlord wants you to move. This new city law gives renters more time and money to help move.

 WHAT THIS LAW DOES

Money to Help You Move/Relocate

If your landlord evicts you for a no‑fault reason, they must pay you relocation assitance.

Most renters get:

• 1 month of HUD’s Small Area Fair Market Rent (based on your ZIP code)
• PLUS 1 month of your current rent

 You Get MORE Money If ANY of These Are True

Your household makes less than 80% of Area Median Income
You are 60 years or older
You are disabled
You have children under 18

If yes, you get:

• 2 months of HUD’s Small Area Fair Market Rent (based on your ZIP code)

• PLUS 1 month of your current rent

 IMPORTANT TO KNOW

• This law started on February 3, 2026
• Ordinance Expires on August 2, 2026, unless the City extends it.
• It may or may not apply to notice served before February 3, 2026

GOT AN EVICTION NOTICE?

• Do NOT move out right away. You may have legal rights and money owed to you
• Get help by calling Legal Aid Society of San Diego (1-877-534-2524)