California AB 551: Bed Bug Law for Rental Properties
What California Property Managers and Landlords Should Know
California Assembly Bill 551 established specific responsibilities for landlords, tenants, and pest control professionals when dealing with bed bugs in rental housing. Signed into law in 2016, AB 551 added Civil Code §§ 1954.600–1954.605, creating a framework focused on education, early detection, cooperation, professional inspection, and communication of findings.
A Proactive Bed Bug Partnership for Multifamily Housing
Effective bed bug management in multifamily housing shouldn't be driven solely by resident complaints. By the time activity is reported in one unit, other low-level infestations may already exist elsewhere in the building.