Rental Housing Fees: The Big Picture

On-Demand Class From screening fees to utility charges and late fees, rental housing providers regularly make decisions about which fees to charge and in what amounts. However, there is no single statute that comprehensively governs residential rental housing fees. Instead, providers must navigate overlapping state laws, local rent control ordinances, and evolving federal enforcement trends — which do not always align or provide clear, bright-line rules. This webinar offers a high-level overview of the legal framework affecting rental housing fees. The session clarifies how different laws intersect and provides a structured approach for evaluating fee-related decisions, recognizing that compliance often depends on context and careful analysis rather than one-size-fits-all answers. On-Demand Webinar: $55 CAA Member Or $95 Non-Member Members, log in for member pricing Estimated Course Length: 1 Hr. Original Broadcast date: May 2026 Qualifies for 1 Unit of CCRM Continuing Education Credit for current CCRM Certified Individuals. WARNING This material has been reproduced and communicated to you by or on behalf of California Apartment Association in accordance with section 113P of the Copyright Act 1968 (“Act”). The material in this communication may be subject to copyright under the Act. Any further reproduction or communication of this material by you may be subject of copyright protection under the Act. © 2026 California Apartment Association