The 2026-27 registration period for theLA County Rent Registry is officially open. If you own rental property or a mobilehome park in unincorporated LA County, you are required to register your properties annually under the County’s Rent Stabilization Ordinances.
Who Needs to Register?
Annual registration is required for landlords and property owners who who rent out:
- Residential units/properties
- Rooms within rental units
- Mobilehome spaces
Possible Exemptions:
Some properties may be exempt, including:
- Owner-occupied properties
- Homes destroyed by the January 2025 Wildfires
- Other specific cases (visit our websiteor contact us for details)
How to Register Online:
- Existing Users: Log into the Rent Registry, update unit/space information if needed, and submit your registration for staff review.
- First Time Users: Use the Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) and unique PIN to add the property and unit or space information to your account, enter all required details, and submit your registration for staff review.
- After Submission: DCBA will review your registration and notify you once it is ready for payment submission.
You may also register and pay in person or by mail. Visit our website to learn all available payment methods.
Registration Letters Are Coming Soon
Watch your mailbox – your official registration letter will arrive shortly.
Not a Landlord?
If you are not a landlord and live at the property as your primary residence, let us know so we can update our records. Email us at rentregistry@dcba.lacounty.gov.
Need Help? Attend a Rent Registry 101 Workshop for Landlords. DCBA Rent Registry experts are also available by appointment Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Make an appointment online or call us at 800-593-8222.
Visit the Rent Registry for user guides, frequently asked questions, and to learn more.
