A temporary rent control measure known as a stabilization ordinance was put into effect Thursday for eligible rental units in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, including Castaic and Stevenson Ranch.

The measure was passed by the LA County Board of Supervisors on Nov. 13 in a 4-1 vote, with Supervisor Kathryn Barger, who represents Santa Clarita as part of the Fifth District, voting against the ordinance.

“Concerns about high rents in Los Angeles County must be balanced by the unintended consequences of rent control — which may actually result in reduced housing stock and a negative impact to individual property owners and local economies in communities throughout the county,” said Tony Bell, a spokesperson for Barger’s office.

The measure will be in effect for the next 180 days while the board evaluates whether to extend or expand the temporary ordinance.

California voters defeated a similar measure, Proposition 10, to enact rent control statewide. Prop 10 failed with 60.7 percent of voters against and 39.3 percent in favor.

The motion is set to affect unincorporated areas of the County, including Castaic, Stevenson Ranch, Val Verde, Acton and Agua Dulce, among others.

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The interim ordinance prohibits rent increases in excess of 3 percent above the monthly charge, and prohibits more than one rent increase in any 12-month period.

The action applies to any dwelling space that is used for residential purposes, including live-work spaces and mobile homes, according to officials.

The measure also regulates the reasons landlords are permitted to terminate certain residential tenant leases.

A protocol exists within the ordinance in which landlords can petition for “relief” to allow a rent increase above the 3 percent allowed, if the landlord provides evidence that the current rent rates are inadequate.

The ordinance is set to appear before the LA County Board of Supervisors for an extension before the 180-day period ends, according to officials.

The Board of Supervisors will have the option of extending the temporary rent control rules, including drafting a permanent ordinance, in 2019.

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