Storage Lien Laws Take Effect On New Year’s Day

On Jan. 1, 2025, amendments to self-storage laws in California and Illinois will take effect. With these amendments, both laws will provide for the enforceability of unsigned rental agreements and establish processes for handling tenant property that remains at the facility following the termination or non-renewal of the tenant’s rental agreement. The Illinois amendments also recognize electronic contracting and expand the existing towing option to apply to non-monetary defaults such as failure to maintain insurance on the vehicle.

The California and Illinois amendments differ significantly in their requirements so operators must review the amendments closely. SSA’s 2024 Legislative Update, which is available in the Public Library of the SSA’s website (member log-in required), provides in-depth analysis of the California and Illinois amendments and all the amended self-storage laws that took effect in 2024.

Please email Joe Doherty with any questions. Updated California and Illinois lien law booklets are available for order now in the Online Store.