CA AB2364

Eliminates the requirement that displaced tenants request right-of-first-refusal in writing within 30 days; instead allows tenants to advise owners of interest in considering an offer at any time during eligibility.

Extends the period during which landlords must comply with Ellis Act requirements from 2 years to 5 years after withdrawing accommodations from the rental market.

Reduces the statute of limitations for tenants to sue for damages from 3 years to 1 year after withdrawn accommodations are offered again for rent or lease.

Requires landlords offering re-entry to rental market to offer the same rental agreement or lease terms that were in effect at the time of displacement.

Eliminates the cap on punitive damages for violations and clarifies that owners cannot partially return units to the rental market, only withdraw or return all accommodations.