From Golden Duplexes to Fair Chance Housing, Berkeley has carved its own legal path. This group of articles highlight the city-specific rules every local housing provider should know.
The City of Berkeley requires seismic retrofits for certain buildings that are especially vulnerable during an earthquake. If you own a rental property that falls into one of the categories below, you may be subject to mandatory retrofit requirements. Continue Reading
Berkeley’s E3 Program requires periodic inspections of balconies, decks, stairs, and other exterior elevated elements. This article explains which properties are covered, inspection cycles, owner responsibilities, and what to expect if repairs are required. Continue Reading
See what's changed with the implementation of Measure BB. Continue Reading
What Is the Lease Addendum for Purpose of Future Costa-Hawkins Rent Increase—And When Should You Use It? Read on to find out! Continue Reading
Some Berkeley units are “partially covered” by the Rent Stabilization Ordinance. Learn when to use the Notice of Tenant Rights form, how to complete it correctly, and what obligations still apply to owners even without rent ceilings. Continue Reading
A guide by the Rent Board on Berkeley's Rent Stabilization Program Continue Reading
A playback recording of our March 28, 2024 webinar presented by Berkeley's Rental Housing Safety Program team. Continue Reading
A playback recording of our October 18th presentation about adding electric vehicle charging to rental properties, regardless of the age of the building. Continue Reading
An April 2023 ruling by a federal appeals court said Berkeley's ban on natural gas was illegal Continue Reading
