California AB1248 aims to enhance transparency in rental housing costs by regulating fees and charges landlords can impose on tenants.

California AB1248 seeks to improve clarity and fairness in rental housing costs by setting rules on fees and charges landlords can impose on tenants. The bill mandates that landlords clearly advertise the total cost of rent and specified fees, including security deposits and late payment fees. It prohibits landlords from charging certain fees, such as convenience fees for online rent payments, unless they are explicitly stated in the rental agreement. For tenancies starting after January 1, 2026, tenants are only obligated to pay rent and specific allowable fees.

California AB1248 aims to enhance transparency in rental housing costs by regulating fees and charges landlords can impose on tenants.

California AB1248 seeks to improve clarity and fairness in rental housing costs by setting rules on fees and charges landlords can impose on tenants. The bill mandates that landlords clearly advertise the total cost of rent and specified fees, including security deposits and late payment fees. It prohibits landlords from charging certain fees, such as convenience fees for online rent payments, unless they are explicitly stated in the rental agreement. For tenancies starting after January 1, 2026, tenants are only obligated to pay rent and specific allowable fees.