Santa Monica Rent Control Board affirms two rent-decrease decisions after tenant testimony

Jan 9, 2026

The board unanimously affirmed two hearing officer rent-decrease decisions: a $56 decrease for common-area tiles at 1455 4th Street and an award for multiple maintenance conditions at 2921 Arizona Ave., Apt. 8. Tenants described ongoing disrepair; owners said repairs are underway.

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The Santa Monica Rent Control Board unanimously affirmed two hearing officer rent-decrease decisions during its Jan. 8 meeting after hearing staff summaries and tenant testimony.

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