California Mandatory Rental Disclosures

1. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure

If this property was built before 1978, the following applies:

• Month2Month will disclose any known lead-based paint or lead-based paint hazards in the property prior to lease execution.
• Month2Month will provide all available records and reports pertaining to lead-based paint in the property.
• The tenant will receive a copy of the EPA-approved pamphlet "Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home."

For more information: National Lead Information Center at 1-800-424-LEAD (5323) or www.epa.gov/lead.

2. Proposition 65 Warning

Chemicals subject to Proposition 65 may be present in or around this property from various sources, including building materials (paint, adhesives, composite wood), natural environment (soil, rock, groundwater, radon), combustion sources (gas appliances, fireplaces), consumer products, and environmental contamination from nearby operations.

3. Mold Disclosure

Mold can cause health problems, especially for people with allergies, asthma, or weakened immune systems. You have a right to know about mold in your rental unit and how to prevent it.

Month2Month is not aware of any mold in the rental property that exceeds permissible exposure limits or poses a health threat at the time of your lease. If mold is discovered during your tenancy, Month2Month will take appropriate remediation action in accordance with California law.

Tenant Responsibilities to Prevent Mold

1. Ventilate your home: Open windows regularly, use exhaust fans in bathrooms and kitchens, and ensure air circulation.
2. Control moisture: Wipe up spills and leaks immediately, do not let water accumulate, and report any leaks or water damage to Month2Month immediately.
3. Use heating and air conditioning: Maintain reasonable temperatures and use climate control systems to reduce humidity.
4. Clean regularly: Regular cleaning prevents mold from establishing itself.
5. Report problems immediately: If you see mold, smell musty odors, or notice water damage, report it to Month2Month right away.

California law requires landlords to maintain rental properties in habitable condition. If mold develops due to landlord negligence (such as failure to repair leaks), the landlord is responsible for remediation.

4. Bed Bug Disclosure

California law requires landlords to provide information about bed bugs to all tenants.

Identification

Bed bugs have six legs and flat bodies about 1/4 inch long, ranging from red-brown to copper colored. They do not fly but move quickly over surfaces. They hide in mattress seams, box springs, bed frames, headboards, furniture crevices, baseboards, and wall cracks. They feed on human blood at night.

Signs of Infestation

Look for small blood stains on sheets, dark spots (excrement) on mattresses or walls, shed skins, and a sweet musty odor. Bites may appear as red, itchy welts in a line or cluster, though some people do not react.

Prevention

• Inspect your mattress, box spring, and bed frame regularly.
• When traveling, inspect hotel rooms and luggage before returning home.
• Do not bring used mattresses or upholstered furniture into the home without thorough inspection.
• Reduce clutter to eliminate hiding places.

Month2Month has no knowledge of any bed bug infestation in your specific rental unit within the past two years. If Month2Month becomes aware of bed bug infestation during your tenancy, you will be notified immediately.

Landlord's Obligation

Pursuant to Civil Code §1954.602, a landlord may not show, rent, or lease a dwelling unit that the landlord knows has a current bed bug infestation. Month2Month certifies that, to its knowledge, no unit is offered for lease with a known active bed bug infestation. If an infestation is discovered between turnovers, the unit will be professionally treated and verified clear before a new tenant takes occupancy.

5. Sex Offender Database Notice (Megan's Law)

California law does not require landlords to investigate or disclose the presence of registered sex offenders near rental properties. This notice informs you of the existence of the database so you can conduct your own research at www.meganslaw.ca.gov.

6. Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482)

Whether a specific property is subject to or exempt from AB 1482 depends on factors including the property type, year of construction, and ownership structure. Your lease agreement will specify the AB 1482 status of your property. Common exemptions include single-family homes not owned by a corporation, REIT, or LLC with a corporate member (with proper notice), properties built within the last 15 years, and owner-occupied duplexes.

Rent Increase Limitations (If Subject to AB 1482)

Rent increases are limited to the lesser of 5% plus the local Consumer Price Index (CPI) or 10%, per 12-month period.

Just Cause Eviction Requirements (If Subject to AB 1482)

After you have lived in the property for 12 months (or one tenant has lived there for 24 months), the landlord can only terminate your tenancy for specific "just causes" defined in Civil Code §1946.2:

At-Fault Just Causes:

• Failure to pay rent
• Breach of a material term of the lease
• Nuisance or illegal activity
• Refusal to execute a written renewal on substantially similar terms
• Criminal activity or criminal threat directed at the landlord or agent
• Unauthorized subletting or assignment
• Refusal to allow lawful entry
• Failure to vacate after giving notice of intent to vacate

No-Fault Just Causes:

• Owner or owner's family member move-in
• Withdrawal from the rental market (Ellis Act)
• Demolition or substantial remodel
• Compliance with a government order or local law

Relocation Assistance: If your tenancy is terminated for a no-fault just cause, you may be entitled to relocation assistance equal to one month's rent.

Enhanced Protections (SB 567, Effective 2024)

SB 567 strengthens eviction protections by requiring landlords to provide specific documentation supporting no-fault just cause evictions, including owner move-in evictions. A landlord who attempts an owner move-in eviction must actually occupy the unit for at least 12 months. Fraudulent use of no-fault eviction grounds may result in civil penalties, actual damages, and attorney's fees. The law also requires landlords to offer the unit back to the displaced tenant if it becomes available for rent within the required owner-occupancy period.

7. Flood Hazard Disclosure

If your property is located in a special flood hazard area as designated by FEMA, or has experienced flooding within the past five years, this information will be disclosed in your lease agreement or property-specific addendum.

For detailed hazard information about any California property, visit the California Office of Emergency Services MYHazards tool at https://myhazards.caloes.ca.gov/.

8. Owner and Property Manager Information

Pursuant to Civil Code §1962, the landlord or managing agent must disclose in writing the name, telephone number, and address of the person or entity managing the premises and an owner (or person authorized to act on behalf of the owner) for purposes of receiving service of process and receiving notices and demands.

Your lease agreement contains the specific owner information, property manager contact information, emergency maintenance contact, and the person authorized to receive service of process for your property. Month2Month serves as the property manager for all properties in our portfolio.

General Contact: [email protected]

9. Shared Utilities Disclosure

Pursuant to Civil Code §1940.9, if any utility serving your rental unit also serves other areas (such as outdoor lighting, a guest house, or common areas), the landlord must disclose the nature of the shared arrangement and how costs are allocated.

If your property has shared utility arrangements, this will be disclosed in your lease agreement, including which utilities are shared, what other areas are served, and the cost allocation method.

Utility Billing Methodology

If Month2Month uses any third-party utility billing service or ratio utility billing system (RUBS) to allocate utility costs, the specific methodology, calculation basis (e.g., square footage, occupant count, or equal split), and your right to review the underlying calculations will be disclosed in your lease agreement. You have the right to request documentation of how your share of utility costs was determined.

10. Pest Control Disclosure

If your property receives regular pest control service, details including the pest control company, treatment frequency, pests controlled, and pesticides used will be disclosed in your lease agreement.

Pursuant to Business & Professions Code §8538, the registered pest control company will leave a notice at the time of treatment that includes the pesticides applied, the target pest, and precautionary measures.

11. Methamphetamine Contamination Disclosure

If a property was previously used for the illegal manufacture of methamphetamine and has been contaminated, and a remediation order has been issued, the landlord must disclose this fact along with the remediation status prior to lease execution.

You have the right to void your rental agreement if you were not properly notified of methamphetamine contamination before signing the lease.

If applicable to your property, this disclosure will be provided separately prior to lease execution.

12. Death on Premises Disclosure

Pursuant to Civil Code §1710.2, the owner or agent must disclose if a death occurred on the property within three years before the date of the lease. The owner or agent is not required to disclose a death occurring more than three years prior but must answer truthfully if asked directly.

California law does not require disclosure of deaths related to HIV/AIDS.

If applicable to your property, this disclosure will be provided separately prior to lease execution.

13. Smoking Policy

This prohibition applies to all areas of the property including inside the unit, on patios, balconies, decks, in garages, within 25 feet of doors and windows, in yards, and in all common areas. It covers cigarettes, cigars, pipes, electronic cigarettes, vaping devices, cannabis/marijuana products, and hookah or water pipes.

Violation of the smoking policy is a material breach of the lease agreement and may result in lease termination, eviction, forfeiture of security deposit for cleaning and odor removal, and additional charges for damage caused by smoking.

14. Security Deposit

Deposit Limits

Effective July 1, 2024, pursuant to AB 12, security deposits for most residential tenancies are limited to one month's rent, regardless of whether the unit is furnished or unfurnished.

Permitted Uses

Your security deposit may be used for: unpaid rent; cleaning costs to restore the unit to the same level of cleanliness as at move-in (ordinary wear and tear excepted); repair of damages caused by tenant beyond ordinary wear and tear; and restoration of altered or removed property, including furnishings.

Your security deposit may NOT be used for normal wear and tear, damages existing before your tenancy, or cleaning and repairs needed due to ordinary use.

Your Inspection Rights

Return of Deposit

Within 21 days after you move out, Month2Month will either return your full security deposit or provide an itemized statement showing deductions and return the remaining balance. If any portion is withheld, you will receive an itemized list of deductions, receipts or invoices for work performed, and photos documenting damages if applicable.

Electronic Return (AB 414)

Month2Month offers electronic return of security deposits via ACH transfer, Venmo, Zelle, or other electronic methods. You may also choose traditional check by mail.

Disputes

If you dispute any deduction, contact Month2Month in writing within 7 days. If the dispute cannot be resolved, you may file a claim in small claims court. If a court finds that Month2Month acted in bad faith in retaining your security deposit, Month2Month may be liable for up to two times the deposit amount plus attorney's fees.

15. Smoke Alarms and Carbon Monoxide Detectors

All Month2Month rental properties are equipped with operable smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors installed in compliance with California law. Smoke detectors are installed in each sleeping room, outside each sleeping area, and on every level of the dwelling. Carbon monoxide detectors are installed outside each sleeping area and on every level with a fuel-burning appliance, fireplace, or attached garage.

Tenant Responsibilities

• Do not disable, disconnect, cover, or tamper with any smoke alarm or carbon monoxide detector. This is a violation of California law.
• Test all devices monthly by pressing the test button.
• Report immediately if any device is chirping, not functioning, or missing.
• Do not remove batteries.
• If you hear the carbon monoxide alarm sound continuously, evacuate immediately and call 911.

Month2Month is responsible for ensuring all devices are operable at the beginning of each tenancy and for maintaining them throughout, including replacing batteries and units as needed.

16. Water Heater Seismic Bracing

Pursuant to Health & Safety Code §19211, all water heaters in Month2Month rental properties are braced, anchored, or strapped in accordance with applicable law to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to earthquake motion.

17. Demolition Permit Disclosure

Pursuant to Civil Code §1940.6, the owner or agent must provide written notice to prospective tenants prior to lease execution if a demolition permit has been obtained or applied for. If applicable to your property, this disclosure will be provided separately prior to lease execution. A landlord who fails to provide this notice may be liable for actual damages sustained by the tenant.

18. Military Ordnance Location Disclosure

Pursuant to Civil Code §1940.7, the owner or agent must disclose if the property is within one mile of a former military ordnance location. If applicable, details including the location, distance, type of ordnance, and current status will be disclosed in your lease agreement.

If you encounter any suspicious objects that may be military ordnance, do not touch, move, or disturb them. Contact local authorities immediately.

19. Environmental Hazard Booklets

Pursuant to California law, the following environmental hazard informational booklets are made available to you as part of this disclosure. These booklets cover environmental hazards that may be present in or around residential properties and are incorporated into this disclosure by reference:

1. Residential Environmental Hazards: A Guide for Homeowners, Homebuyers, Landlords and Tenants (CalEPA, January 2011) — covers asbestos, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, hazardous waste, household hazardous waste, lead, mold, and radon.
2. Month2Month Environmental Hazard Booklet (MyNHD Combined Booklets) — covers natural hazard disclosures including seismic activity, fire hazard zones, and flood zones.
3. Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home (EPA pamphlet) — provided for properties built before 1978.
4. Information on Dampness and Mold for Renters in California (California Department of Public Health).

These booklets are provided for informational purposes. Delivery of these publications does not relieve the landlord or property manager of the responsibility to disclose known environmental hazards.

20. Furnished Property Disclosure

All Month2Month rental properties are provided fully furnished. All furniture, appliances, fixtures, and household items in the property are the property of Month2Month or the property owner and are provided for your use during the term of your lease.

Your Responsibilities

• Maintain all furnished items in the same condition as received, allowing for ordinary wear and tear.
• Use all items for their intended purpose only.
• Do not remove any furnished items from the property.
• Report any damage to furnished items within 48 hours of discovery.
• Do not repair or replace items yourself without prior written approval.

Damage vs. Normal Wear and Tear

Replacement Responsibility

• Tenant-caused damage: Tenant is responsible for the cost of repair or replacement (at depreciated value) of items damaged beyond normal wear and tear. Costs may be deducted from the security deposit.
• Missing items: Tenant is responsible for full replacement cost.
• Normal wear items: Month2Month replaces items that reach end-of-life through normal use.
• Appliance malfunction: If an appliance fails due to normal use or age, Month2Month is responsible for repair or replacement.

Cleaning Standards

The property must be returned in the same level of cleanliness as at move-in. Maintain the kitchen, bathrooms, floors, furniture, and linens in clean condition throughout your tenancy. If professional cleaning is required beyond what is attributable to normal wear and tear, cleaning costs may be deducted from the security deposit.

Inventory

A detailed furniture and household inventory checklist will be provided at move-in. Month2Month will document the condition of all items through photography. You will receive a copy of the move-in condition report.

21. City-Specific Regulations

Some California cities impose additional tenant protections beyond state law, including local rent control, enhanced just cause eviction protections, relocation assistance, and rental registration requirements. If your property is located in a city with additional local regulations, the applicable requirements will be disclosed in your lease agreement.

Cities with Notable Local Ordinances

For properties not in the cities listed above, the statewide Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) governs rent increase limits and just cause eviction requirements, subject to the exemptions described in Section 6.

22. Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking, and Elder Abuse Protections

Right to Terminate Lease Early

Pursuant to Civil Code §1946.7, a tenant who is a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, or abuse of an elder or dependent adult may terminate a lease by providing the landlord with written notice at least 14 days before the date of termination, along with one of the following forms of documentation:

• A copy of a temporary restraining order, emergency protective order, or protective order
• A copy of a written report by a peace officer stating that the tenant has filed a report alleging that the tenant or household member is a victim
• Documentation from a qualified third party (licensed health care provider, domestic violence counselor, sexual assault counselor, licensed clinical social worker, or human trafficking caseworker) acting in their professional capacity

Right to Request Lock Changes

A tenant who is a victim may request that the landlord change the locks to the dwelling unit. Month2Month will change the locks within 24 hours of receiving a written request accompanied by qualifying documentation. If Month2Month is unable to change the locks within 24 hours, the tenant may change the locks and must provide a copy of the new key to Month2Month within 24 hours.

Protection from Eviction

Pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure §1161.3, a landlord may not terminate a tenancy or fail to renew a tenancy based on an act of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, or abuse against the tenant or a member of the tenant's household. An act of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, or abuse against a tenant is not "nuisance" for purposes of an unlawful detainer action.

Confidentiality

Month2Month will maintain the confidentiality of any information provided by a tenant who is a victim. Documentation provided will be kept in a secure file and will not be disclosed to third parties except as required by law.

Resources

• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 (TTY: 1-800-787-3224)
• National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
• National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888
• California Victim Compensation Board: www.victims.ca.gov
• Elder Abuse Hotline: 1-833-401-0832

23. Language Translation of Lease

Pursuant to Civil Code §1632, if the lease negotiations were conducted primarily in Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, or Korean, the landlord must provide the tenant with a translation of the lease agreement in the language in which the negotiations were primarily conducted, prior to execution of the lease.

This requirement applies when the landlord negotiates the lease primarily in one of the listed languages, whether in person, by telephone, or through advertising or other marketing in that language. It does not apply if the tenant has negotiated the terms of the contract primarily in English, or if the tenant provides their own interpreter.

If you conducted your lease negotiations primarily in one of the listed languages, you have the right to receive a translated copy of your lease. Contact Month2Month to request a translation.

Languages Covered

• Spanish (Español)
• Chinese (中文)
• Tagalog
• Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt)
• Korean (한국어)

24. Fire Hazard Severity Zone Disclosure

Pursuant to Government Code §51183.5 and AB 38, if a property is located in a high or very high fire hazard severity zone as designated by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), the landlord must disclose this fact to the tenant.

If your property is located in a fire hazard severity zone, this information will be disclosed in your lease agreement. Properties in these zones may be subject to additional requirements for defensible space, vegetation management, and fire-resistant building materials.

Tenant Awareness

• Properties in fire hazard zones may face elevated risk of wildfire, especially during dry, windy conditions.
• Tenants should maintain awareness of local fire conditions and evacuation routes.
• Sign up for local emergency alerts (e.g., Nixle, Wireless Emergency Alerts, county-specific systems).
• Renter's insurance may or may not cover wildfire damage to personal property — check your policy.
• Do not store flammable materials near the structure or in defensible space zones.

To determine if a specific property is in a fire hazard zone, visit the CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zone map at https://osfm.fire.ca.gov/divisions/community-wildfire-preparedness-and-mitigation/fire-hazard-severity-zones/ or the California Office of Emergency Services MYHazards tool at https://myhazards.caloes.ca.gov/.

25. Earthquake and Seismic Hazard Zone Disclosure

California law requires disclosure if a property is located in any of the following seismic hazard areas:

• Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone: Areas immediately surrounding known active faults, as designated by the California Geological Survey pursuant to the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act.
• Seismic Hazard Zone — Liquefaction: Areas where historic occurrence of liquefaction, or local geological and groundwater conditions, indicate a potential for ground failure during an earthquake.
• Seismic Hazard Zone — Landslide: Areas where previous occurrence of landslide movement, or local topographic and geological conditions, indicate a potential for earthquake-induced slope failure.

If your property is located in any of these zones, this will be disclosed in your lease agreement. For property-specific seismic hazard information, visit the California Geological Survey Seismic Hazard Zone map at https://maps.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/EQZApp/.

Earthquake Preparedness

All California residents should be prepared for earthquakes. Month2Month recommends that tenants:

• Secure heavy furniture and appliances to walls.
• Maintain an emergency supply kit with water, food, medications, and a flashlight.
• Know how to shut off gas, water, and electricity in the event of an emergency.
• Develop and practice a household earthquake plan.
• Consider earthquake insurance for personal property (renter's insurance typically does not cover earthquake damage).

26. Reasonable Accommodations and Modifications

Under federal and California fair housing law, tenants with disabilities have the right to request reasonable accommodations and reasonable modifications to enable equal enjoyment of the rental property.

Reasonable Accommodations

A reasonable accommodation is a change, exception, or adjustment to rules, policies, practices, or services that may be necessary to afford a person with a disability an equal opportunity to use and enjoy a dwelling. Examples include:

• Allowing a service animal or emotional support animal in a property with a no-pet policy
• Providing a reserved parking space closer to the unit
• Allowing a live-in aide
• Permitting early lease termination due to a disability-related need

Reasonable Modifications

A reasonable modification is a structural change to the premises that may be necessary to afford a person with a disability full enjoyment of the dwelling. Examples include installing grab bars, lowering countertops, widening doorways, or installing a ramp. The tenant may be responsible for the cost of modifications and, where reasonable, for restoring the premises to original condition upon move-out.

How to Request

To request a reasonable accommodation or modification, contact Month2Month in writing at [email protected]. Month2Month will engage in an interactive process to evaluate the request and respond in a timely manner. Month2Month will not charge additional fees, deposits, or conditions in connection with a disability-related accommodation, except as permitted by law.

Month2Month will not inquire about the nature or severity of a disability. Documentation of the disability-related need may be requested if the disability is not readily apparent.

27. Tenant Rights and Responsibilities

Your Rights

1. Habitable Housing: Your rental unit must meet basic health and safety standards, including weatherproofing, plumbing, heating, electricity, and freedom from vermin and mold.
2. Privacy: Your landlord must give at least 24 hours' notice before entering your unit (except in emergencies) and may only enter for specific lawful purposes. (CC §1954)
3. Return of Security Deposit: Your deposit must be returned within 21 days after move-out, with an itemized statement of any deductions. (CC §1950.5)
4. Freedom from Discrimination: You cannot be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, familial status, source of income, disability, veteran status, or genetic information. (Gov. Code §12955)
5. Freedom from Retaliation: Your landlord cannot retaliate against you for exercising your legal rights. (CC §1942.5)
6. Repairs and Maintenance: You have the right to request repairs for health and safety issues, and your landlord must respond within a reasonable time. (CC §1941)
7. Protection from Unlawful Eviction: Your landlord must follow proper legal procedures and cannot use "self-help" eviction methods. (CC §789.3)
8. Immigration Status: Your immigration status cannot be used to harass, threaten, or retaliate against you. (CC §1940.035)

Your Responsibilities

1. Pay rent in full and on time.
2. Keep the unit clean and sanitary.
3. Avoid damaging the property beyond normal wear and tear.
4. Promptly report maintenance issues, leaks, mold, pests, or safety hazards.
5. Allow reasonable access for repairs and inspections with proper notice.
6. Comply with all lease terms including occupancy limits, pet policies, and use restrictions.
7. Avoid creating nuisances or disturbing other residents.
8. Provide proper notice before moving out and return the property in clean condition.

Resources

• California Department of Consumer Affairs — Tenant Rights: www.dca.ca.gov
• California Courts Self-Help: www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp
• Legal Aid Organizations: www.lawhelpca.org
• Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
• Fair Housing Hotline: 1-800-884-1684