MISSION
Habita Los Angeles (LA) safeguards property value by achieving full compliance with all Los Angeles Housing Department requirements and related agency orders. We identify and correct every cited habitability and safety violation, ensuring the property meets inspection standards across all jurisdictions.
Our approach minimizes revenue loss by accelerating repair timelines and preparing the property for successful inspections without delay. We coordinate the entire process—from tenant outreach and agency inspections to contractor management and final approvals—maintaining accountability at every stage.
The result is successful removal from Rent Escrow Account Program (REAP), closure of escrow account, and restoration of full rental income, with systems in place to maintain ongoing compliance and protect your residential or commercial property long-term.
EXPERT TEAM & STRATEGY
Our expert team blends project and case management with deep industry expertise to deliver high-quality, fully compliant results. We prioritize coordination and accountability to manage your projects and cases from start to finish, with a strong focus on health, life-safety, and habitability standards—ensuring full alignment with the requirements of the following local regulatory and code enforcement agencies:
- Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LACDPH)
- Los Angeles Department of Building & Safety (LADBS)
- Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD)
- Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD)
- Rent Escrow Account Program (REAP)
We correct code violations, address substandard conditions, and eliminate safety hazards that impact tenant well-being and occupancy. From initial inspection through final sign-off, we manage every project and case with precision—prioritizing timely, cost-controlled completion, full compliance, successful REAP removal, and full rent restoration.
OUR STORY
Founded in 2025 by Marques Gunn, Habita LA was built to solve a costly and common problem for property owners across the City of Los Angeles and unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County.