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Oxnard council adopts ‘just cause’ eviction ordinance; anti‑harassment enforcement to wait for budget
Summary
The Oxnard City Council voted 6–1 on May 20 to adopt an ordinance adding just‑cause eviction and tenant protections to city code. A separate tenant anti‑harassment ordinance remains pending because staffing and enforcement depend on the upcoming budget, the city attorney said.
The Oxnard City Council on May 20 adopted Ordinance No. 3058, adding just‑cause eviction rules and tenant protections to City Code in a 6–1 vote. The council’s action amends several existing code sections and adds new tenant‑protection provisions, officials said.
City Attorney staff described the ordinance and the elements to be added to code; after public comment and council discussion the motion to adopt passed by roll call. Councilmember Aaron Starr cast the only no vote.
Why it matters: The ordinance expands local tenant protections the council said it hopes will address landlord conduct the…
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