Form EL contains five primary fields designed to capture changes to the tenancy:
According to the December 2025 C.A.R. Forms Release Quick Summary, the "EL | Extension of Lease" form was last revised in June 2023 (6/23). The December 2025 release notes indicate that this form has been updated to include language reflecting the legal requirement for a housing provider to provide a stove and refrigerator on all new leases or amendments. It is crucial for professionals to always use the current version of this form and to check for the latest updates on the official C.A.R. website. Form EL contains five primary fields designed to
specifically designed to extend a fixed-term lease for a new fixed period. While the original version was released in November 2011 ( ), it has undergone revisions, such as the Revised 6/23 version, to comply with updated California laws. Purpose and Key Features It is crucial for professionals to always use
California law restricts the maximum amount a landlord can request for a residential security deposit. When increasing the deposit via Paragraph 3, the total combined deposit cannot exceed statutory maximums. Landlords should cross-reference local guidelines to ensure any incremental increase remains legally compliant. 3. Broker and Legal Advisory While the original version was released in November
: A field to increase the existing security deposit if applicable. Rent Cap and Just Cause Addendum (RCJC) : A checkbox to attach and incorporate the C.A.R. Form RCJC
