California Bill Would Tighten Restrictions Against Evictions for Property Owners

Critics say SB 567’s impacts will hurt small “mom-and-pop” property owners who may need assistance making ends meet and need to live in the same properties.

Housing units in Huntington Beach, Calif., on March 17, 2023. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times

Evicting a tenant in California may soon prove more difficult after state lawmakers passed a bill that would require proof by a landlord for what’s known as a “no fault” eviction.

Senate Bill 567, authored by Sen. María Elena Durazo (D-Los Angeles), would also mandate 12 months of occupancy for owners or a family member, if occupying the rental was the cause for the tenant eviction. Gov. Gavin Newsom has until Oct. 14 to sign it into law or veto.