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Landlords or tenants affected by the LA Wildfires & Windstorm Event or any other emergency financial hardships may be eligible for financial assistance.

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Support for tenants and landlords in unincorporated LA County. Access guidance on rent increases, property repairs, and compliance requirements.

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DCBA is here to serve you. Get free, one-on-one service during regular business hours at (800) 593-8222 or click below to schedule an appointment with a DCBA counselor.

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The County of Los Angeles Department of Consumer and Business Affairs has a long history of working to ensure a fair marketplace for L.A. County residents.

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RENT REGISTRY

If you own property or a mobilehome park in unincorporated LA County, you may be required to register your property with the County and pay registration fees annually.

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Homeowners: Find out how DCBA’s Foreclosure Prevention experts can help you explore all of your options to keep you in your home.

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CANNABIS MANAGEMENT

Learn about the Los Angeles County Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) and their work for equitable cannabis policies and programs for unincorporated Los Angeles County.

REPORT PRICE GOUGING

Report price gouging as you witness it in your community. From water to cleaning products, the Stop Price Gouging tool guides you through the process of filing a complaint and creating a profile so you can check the status your case.

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The Enhanced Homeowner Notification Program gives Los Angeles County property owners a chance to review real estate documents to protect you from fraud and protect your home from a foreclosure. Opt in for the new e-Notification program for faster notifications.

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Fraudsters constantly develop new scams to steal money from consumers and violate their rights. Education and awareness are the best tools to combat consumer fraud. Check this page regularly to learn about recent scams and how to avoid them.

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Understanding Rent Increases in Los Angeles: What You Need to Know

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Annual rent increase limits vary by location. While California has a statewide rent increase limit, some incorporated cities and parts of Los Angeles County have their own local limits. Under California’s Tenant Protection Act of 2019 (AB 1482), annual rent increases for most residential rental units are limited to 5% plus the percentage change in…

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New Minimum Wage for Workers in Unincorporated LA County

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For everyone who works two hours or more per week at a business or nonprofit in unincorporated Los Angeles County, the minimum wage has just gone up. As of July 1, 2026, the new minimum wage is now $18.47 per hour. The unincorporated LA County minimum wage increases every year on July 1. Remember to…

Advocacy in Action: DCBA and Local Leadership Fight for LA County’s Vulnerable Communities in Washington D.C.

 Advocacy in Action: DCBA and Local Leadership Fight for LA County’s Vulnerable Communities in Washington D.C. 1000 587 Consumer & Business

Pictured (from left): LA County Supervisor, 4th District Janice Hahn; DCBA Director Rafael Carbajal; Speaker Emerita of the House Nancy Pelosi; LA County Supervisor, 1st District Hilda L. Solis When local leaders travel to Washington D.C. to advocate for our communities, they go with one goal in mind: making sure the needs of Los Angeles…

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