Violation

California Code § 87224(a)Resident Eviction Grounds

How CCLD inspectors cite this regulation, what providers do to stay clear of it, and where it appears in the public record.

Type B, generalAffects rcfe105 facilities cited in the last 90 days

ℹ️ Educational reference based on public CCLD inspection records. Not legal or compliance advice. Verify requirements with official sources. Full disclaimer →

Regulation text

What California Code § 87224(a) actually says

California Code § 87224(a)

The licensee may evict a resident for one or more of the reasons listed in Section 87224(a)(1) through (5). Thirty (30) days written notice to the resident is required except as otherwise specified in paragraph (5).

From the field

What providers tell us about this citation

Based on community experience, not official guidance.

95 California RCFEs were cited for eviction paperwork errors. Keep a pre-approved, legally reviewed 30-day notice template in your administrator files. LPAs check resident files for signed discharge documents during every visit.

By the numbers

105^*CCLD: facilities cited in the last 90 days
19^*CCLD: counties where this citation appeared
--^*CCLD: rank among most-common citations
Trajectory: Steady

105 facilities were cited for this in the last 90 days. See if yours is one of them.

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What other providers do

Common practices to stay clear of Resident Eviction Grounds

Common practices shared by providers. Confirm requirements with your licensing analyst.

Common practices

Provide a written 30-day notice before eviction
List one of the five specific statutory reasons for eviction
Keep a copy of the signed notice in the resident file

What to avoid

Giving verbal notices instead of written ones
Failing to specify the exact reason for discharge
Not allowing the full 30-day period before move-out

Regional record

Where this citation appeared in the past 90 days

Citation counts and rates by California county, drawn from CCLD inspection records.

Regional citations for Resident Eviction Grounds, last 90 days
County	Citations	Facilities	Citation rate
Los Angeles	24	--	--
Orange	14	--	--
Sacramento	14	--	--
San Diego	10	--	--
Kern	5	--	--
Contra Costa	5	--	--
Solano	4	--	--
San Bernardino	3	--	--
Riverside	2	--	--
San Joaquin	2	--	--

SOURCE

*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Divisionviolation_citations2026-05-30Updated weekly

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Answers based on public CCLD data and regulation text. May not reflect recent changes.

What is a Title 22, Section 87224(a) violation?

Title 22, Section 87224(a) requires California assisted living facilities to provide a specific, valid reason and a 30-day written notice before evicting a resident. Without proper documentation, the eviction is noncompliant. This rule protects residents from abrupt or unjust displacement.

How common is this violation in California assisted living?

According to public CCLD inspection records, 95 California RCFEs were cited for this issue. The state classifies these as Type B citations. Los Angeles and Sacramento are among the top counties where inspectors find incomplete discharge paperwork.

What happens if an RCFE is cited for improper eviction?

A facility cited under Section 87224(a) receives a Type B citation from the Community Care Licensing Division. The facility must correct the notice process and submit a plan of correction. Type B citations indicate a potential risk to residents if left uncorrected.

How do I fix or prevent an eviction notice citation?

Review your admission agreements to ensure they list the exact statutory grounds for eviction. Always serve a written 30-day notice detailing the specific reason. Keep a signed copy in the resident file to show licensing program analysts.

Does this violation affect my RCFE license?

Unresolved or repeated eviction issues create a pattern of noncompliance that the California CCLD tracks. The agency reviews these Type B citations during annual inspections. You must correct these documentation errors to maintain your facility license.

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This information is educational and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed residential care compliance consultant for guidance specific to your facility. Citation data is sourced from California Community Care Licensing Division public records and is refreshed regularly.

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