Below are selected websites from reliable sources, vetted by our Law Librarians. This is not an exhaustive list of information available on this topic, but a starting point to provide you with basic information. Need help? Contact us directly for all your research needs at refdesk@sdlawlibrary.org or call 619-531-3900.
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Law Update
April 1, 2022 – The eviction moratorium for unpaid rent which was set to expire on March 31 has been extended to June 30 with the passage of AB 2179, however, the protection only applies to renters who applied for rent relief by March 31.
Check out this page from the California Courts website which outlines new laws applying to eviction cases.
For restrictions specific to your city or unincorporated area, use this page on San Diego County’s website.
CSA San Diego has an article detailing the COVID-19 impacts on fair housing in San Diego County.
Cal Matters Article – How long are Californians waiting for rent relief?
Guides
Clinics, Legal Services, and Assistance
San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program
Legal Aid Society of San Diego
Lawyer Referral Service – North County Bar Association
Lawyer Referral Service – San Diego County Bar Association
Housing is Key California State Website – Rental Assistance, Eviction Protections, and Mortgage Relief Program
Hello Lender and Hello Landlord
Forms
San Diego Superior Court Landlord/Tenant Forms
San Diego Superior Court Landlord/Tenant FAQs
San Diego Superior Court: Unlawful Detainer Complaint Packet
Online Resources
California Department of Fair Employment and Housing
Fair Housing Council of San Diego
Apartment Owners Association hosts informative classes.
California Apartment Association has resources for landlords and tenants.
San Diego Superior Court Landlord/Tenant FAQs
United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Your rights as a tenant in San Diego County
The County of of San Diego has an up to date listing of all the rental assistance programs throughout the region, viewable here.
San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program hosted a class with us on June 3, 2022 City of San Diego’s Temporary Ban on Residential “No Fault Evictions” and the slides are viewable here.
NOLO Legal Information Reference Center
Check out these great titles, all available remotely. To access, follow the instructions on the database page. Then click search by publication and select your title, or browse by topic.
2021 Eviction Laws and Common Misperceptions (MCLE)
This class provides an overview of the current landlord/tenant eviction process and highlight some of the common misperceptions regarding the laws in California. Judge Álvarez will share her insight on this subject based on her experience as an Unlawful Detainer judge.
Online Databases
Gale California Legal Forms Library is full of letter templates and forms for landlords and tenants, facing a myriad of situations. Access for free at the library computer terminals, or remotely as a borrower. Access here.
Here’s a couple great searching tips for this database –
Gale Training Support Resource Guide (3 Pages) – https://assets.cengage.com/gale/docs/training/TGLF_ResourceGuide.pdf
Gale LegalForms Training Videos – https://support.gale.com/training/videos/tglf
The San Diego Digital Law Library is an excellent option for borrowers to access relevant titles remotely. The collection includes over 60 titles, including:
- California Forms Pleading and Practice
- California Legal Forms: Transaction Guide
To access, follow these instructions.
Involved in a landlord tenant dispute and looking for a motion example? Trellis is the place to go! Borrowers can access this great database remotely and access is always free on our library terminals. Once you’ve logged in to Trellis, click the motion and issues tab, and scroll down to the landlord – tenant section. Access here.
Topics include:
- Breach of Covenant of Quiet Enjoyment
- Breach of Warranty of Habitability
- Constructive Eviction
- Unlawful Acts of Landlords
For quick search tips check out this video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P87bK50NQQQ
Or check out our full length class here – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DT-L4z9uQzk
The National Consumer Law Center is full of resources for those facing a landlord tenant dispute. Borrowers can access this database remotely, and access is always free on our library computer terminals. Access here. Titles include:
- National Housing Law Project’s ebook title: HUD Housing Programs: Tenant’s Rights (known as the Greenbook)
NCLC Quick Start Guide (2 Pages) – https://mailchi.mp/nclc/quick-start-guide
NCLC Search and Site Use Tips (2 Pages) – https://library.nclc.org/site-use-tips
NCLC Digital Library Demo – https://youtu.be/yXDNzPGkqD4