Stay up to date on required filings, deadlines, and housing provider obligations under Berkeley Rent Board rules and California law. This category includes registration requirements, annual fee notices, deposit interest rules, new legislation, and local ordinance updates.
Berkeley rental property owners: stay on top of your annual registration obligations. This quick reference guide breaks down the 2025–2026 Rent Board fees by unit type and outlines key compliance steps. Continue Reading
Learn when and how to use the 30-day Pay Rent or Quit notice required under the CARES Act for certain federally backed or subsidized properties. Continue Reading
If your property was built before 1978, disturbing painted surfaces, even for routine repairs, can trigger strict federal and state lead safety rules. Continue Reading
Including an auto-renewal clause in a Berkeley lease is legal, but only if you follow very specific rules under Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 13.79. Continue Reading
Measure BB changed the rules for Berkeley landlords: you can no longer require tenants to sign a new lease at the end of a fixed term. This article explains what happens when a lease ends, how auto-renewal and lease extensions work under the new law, and your options for lawful rent increases. Continue Reading
As a Berkeley rental housing provider, knowing what to expect when a tenant gives notice to vacate can help you plan the turnover process, protect your rental income, and stay in compliance with state and local law. Continue Reading
Learn when and how you can legally raise the rent in Berkeley. This guide explains notice requirements, lawful rent ceilings, and which rules apply to fully covered, partially covered, and exempt units in 2025. Continue Reading
Required notices to all tenancies in Berkeley, at the inception of the tenancy Continue Reading
