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Mountain View, CA Rent Control 2026

Mountain View has rent control: CPI (max 5%) annual cap on increases. Know the rules before your next rent increase.

Rent control applies in Mountain View. Annual increases are capped at CPI (max 5%). Exceeding the cap voids the increase and tenants can recover overpayments plus penalties.

Key Takeaways — Mountain View Rent Control

  • Local rent control: Yes — CPI (max 5%)
  • Covered properties: Buildings with 3+ units built before February 1, 1995
  • Enforcement: Mountain View Rental Housing Committee
  • Violation risk: Excess increases must be refunded + enforcement penalties

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Rent Control in Mountain View

Mountain View landlords must follow California state law on rent control. Understanding the specific rules, deadlines, and penalties can prevent costly violations.

CPI (max 5%)

annual rent cap

Mountain View Rental Housing Committee

enforcement

$3,483

median 2BR rent

Mountain View-Specific Rules

Mountain View has local regulations that go beyond California state law:

Mountain View Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act (CSFRA, Measure V, 2016) limits annual rent increases to CPI (no more than 5%) for covered units in multifamily buildings with 3+ units built before February 1, 1995. Mountain View's law created a Rental Housing Committee to administer the program.

Penalty Warning

Violate California rent control rules in Mountain View and you could owe back-rent to tenants and face enforcement action. At Mountain View's median rent of $3,483/month, even a single violation adds up fast.

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How we researched this page: Rent control rules are based on California state statutes. Rent data comes from HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Santa Clara County. Last updated: August 2026.
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Reviewed by Rachid Abadli

Founder & CEO, LeaseBase · Sacramento landlord · Self-managing since 2019

LeaseBase is a property management platform — not a law firm. Consult an attorney for legal advice specific to your situation.

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