Substantial remodel loophole and aging housing stock
Long Beach
Summary
Advocates say landlords abuse the substantial remodel eviction ground — about 170 notices filed since April 2023, with many more unreported — while the apartment association argues it's a lawful, necessary tool for upgrading housing where 82% of stock predates 1980. Both sides agreed clearer definitions are needed.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
Rehabilitation of aging buildings requires significant private investment in permits, contractors, and financing that stricter rules could complicate.
Tenants would benefit from tighter definitions preventing pretext evictions; owners would benefit from clearer, faster determinations.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Housing and Public Health Committee - Oct 27, 2026
Advocates say landlords abuse the substantial remodel eviction ground — about 170 notices filed since April 2023, with many more unreported — while the apartment association argues it's a lawful, necessary tool for upgrading housing where 82% of stock predates 1980. Both sides agreed clearer definitions are needed.
Utilities Commission - Communications Committee - Apr 2, 2026
The department commented to the state Air Resources Board against limiting greenhouse gas allowance money to non-fossil-fuel projects only. With Long Beach's older homes, simply replacing an old gas stove with a new one cuts emissions without costly retrofits.
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