Pasadena Tenants and Landlords Invited to Learn About New Rent Stabilization Rules

An Apartment building on S. Euclid Avenue in Pasadena (Photo – ColoradoBlvd.net).

With significant updates to Pasadena’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance taking effect on October 1, the City is encouraging both tenants and landlords to attend an upcoming informational workshop designed to promote awareness and compliance.

By News Desk

Scheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 6:00 pm, the workshop will be held at the Los Robles Building (199 S. Los Robles Ave., Conference Room, first floor). Attendees can participate either in person or virtually via Zoom by visiting this link.

The session will highlight key changes and provide a refresher on core provisions of the Ordinance, established under Charter Amendment Article XVIII. Topics include:

• Annual General Adjustment (AGA):
  Starting October 1, landlords of rent-stabilized units will be permitted to raise rents by up to 2.25%.
• Updated Relocation Assistance Amounts:
  Revised payment schedules for eligible and special circumstances households will reflect new cost-of-living adjustments.
• Security Deposit Interest Rate:
  A new annual interest rate will be implemented, along with updated guidance for landlords on calculating and issuing interest.
• Charter Amendment Overview:
  A summary of tenant protections, rent caps, and landlord responsibilities under Article XVIII.

“This workshop offers a timely opportunity for renters and housing providers to learn about recent updates, ask questions, and ensure compliance with Pasadena’s rent stabilization laws,” according to a statement from the City’s Rent Stabilization Department. Department staff will be on-site to answer questions and offer resources.

Parking Information

Metered street parking is available on Euclid Ave. and Los Robles Ave. Additional unvalidated parking is located in the garage beneath the Rent Stabilization Department building (entrance on Cordova St.) and at the Paseo parking lot (300 E. Colorado Blvd., entrance on Green St.). Please note that parking validation is not available.

Rent Stabilization Workshop
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
6:00 pm
Location
Los Robles Building
199 S. Los Robles Ave.
(Conference Room, first floor)
In person or via Zoom