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Can a prospective landlord charge an Application Screening Fee?

April 26, 2017application charge fee landlord screening

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Can a prospective landlord charge an Application Screening Fee?

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A. Yes. The landlord can charge up to $37.57 to obtain your credit report and check other references you have listed on your application.

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A.Yes. California Civil Code section 1950.6 limits the fee owners may charge a prospective tenant to cover the costs of screenings. The fee cannot be more than the actual out-of-pocket costs of gathering information on the applicant. The fee is adjusted annually based on the Consumer Price Index. As of January 1, 2011, the maximum amount the landlord may charge for screening fees is $42.06.