New California Law: Landlords Must Provide Refrigerators in Apartments

California has passed Assembly Bill 628, requiring landlords to provide tenants with a working refrigerator and stove in most rental units. The law goes into effect January 1, 2026, marking a major shift in what counts as a habitable apartment.Learn who’s covered, who’s exempt, and how this law changes the rights and responsibilities of renters and landlords across the state.