Some LA renters can now fall behind by two months and still be protected from eviction

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By David Wagner for LAistOriginally published on April 16, 2026

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Starting Thursday, some Los Angeles County renters will be allowed to fall behind by about two months’ worth of rent and still have local protections from eviction…

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Some LA renters can now fall behind by two months and still be protected from eviction

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