Berkeley Rent Board

State Emergency Rent Relief Information available on our website now: https://www.cityofberkeley.info//State%20Emergency%20Rent%

Reminder! The Berkeley Rent Board meeting is TONIGHT, October 21st at 6 p.m. VIRTUAL MEETING ONLY. See agenda for details about how to participate remotely. https://www.cityofberkeley.info//Agenda__RSB_2021_Oct_21.a

The NEXT Berkeley Rent Board Meeting is THURSDAY, October 21st at 7 p.m. This will be a VIRTUAL meeting but everyone is welcome to participate remotely! https://www.cityofberkeley.info///2021_Board_Meetings.aspx

TOMORROW: Attend our upcoming Evictions in Berkeley Webinar! Wednesday, October 13, 2021 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Register Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/.../reg.../WN_Vgp6FgTRTzSb0pH1O93Smg... Facilitated by a Rent Board staff attorney; this webinar is a must for any landlord who wants to understand evictions in Berkeley. This webinar will cover state and local eviction laws, including the Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance and owner move-in evictions.

The Berkeley Rent Board Meeting originally scheduled for Tonight at 6:00 p.m. has been CANCELLED.

City Council has declared a local state of emergency with no expiration date set as of yet. So long as the state of emergency is declared, Berkeley's eviction moratorium remains in effect. Visit our COVID-19 resources page for more details: https://www.cityofberkeley.info//Can_t_Pay_Rent_Due_to_COV

Review our COVID-19 fact sheet: https://www.cityofberkeley.info//Fact%20Sheet_COVID-19_Rev

Stay up to date with COVID-19 Tenant & Landlord Resources here: https://www.cityofberkeley.info//Can_t_Pay_Rent_Due_to_COV

Join us for our Security Deposits: Rights and Responsibilities Webinar Wednesday, March 24, 2021 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Register Here: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg

Reminder! The Berkeley Rent Board meeting is TONIGHT, March 18th at 7 p.m. VIRTUAL MEETING ONLY. See agenda for details about how to participate. https://www.cityofberkeley.info//Agenda__RSB_2021_Mar_18.a

Reminder! The Rent Board Office will be closed on Friday, February 12th in observance of Abraham Lincoln's Birthday.

The NEXT Berkeley Rent Board Meeting is THURSDAY, March 18th at 7 p.m. This will be a VIRTUAL meeting but everyone is welcome to participate remotely! https://www.cityofberkeley.info///2021_Board_Meetings.aspx

Check out the Berkeley Rent Board Tip of the Month to learn about Fair Housing laws on the local, state and federal level! #BerkeleyRentBoard

Starting January 1, 2020, landlords must give at least 90 days' notice for rent increases greater than 10%. AB 1110 increased the notice period, which was previously 60 days. State law remains unchanged for rent increases of 10% or less, in which at least 30 days' notice is required.

Reminder! The Berkeley Rent Board meeting is TONIGHT, February 18th at 7 p.m. VIRTUAL MEETING ONLY. See agenda for details about how to participate remotely. https://www.cityofberkeley.info//Agenda__RSB_2021_Feb_18.a

We are analyzing SB 91's impact on Berkeley tenants and landlords. Check our website soon for an updated fact sheet: https://www.cityofberkeley.info//Can_t_Pay_Rent_Due_to_COV

Questions about discounted rent offers? See our website for guidance: https://www.cityofberkeley.info//Can_t_Pay_Rent_Due_to_COV

The Rent Board office is currently CLOSED to the public due to COVID-19 and related Health and Shelter-in-Place Orders. We are still providing services remotely. See our Reduced Services in Response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) page. https://www.cityofberkeley.info//Rent_Board_Services_durin

On October 15, 2020 the Rent Stabilization Board adopted the 2021 AGA of 1.0%. See the AGA page for more information. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/rent/AGA.aspx

You may look up Rent Ceilings and other information about units in the Rent Board database. Enter your address here: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/RentBoardUnitSearch.aspx

Need help calculating the AGA increase for your unit? Use our 2021 AGA Calculator. https://www.cityofberkeley.info/.../2021_AGA_Calculator.aspx

NEW: COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act: Important dates https://www.cityofberkeley.info/.../AB%203088-%20DATES.pdf

Reminder! The Berkeley Rent Board meeting is TONIGHT, October 15th at 7 p.m. VIRTUAL MEETING ONLY. See agenda for details about how to participate remotely. https://www.cityofberkeley.info//Agenda__RSB_2020_Oct_15.a

Reminder! The Rent Board Office will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 26 - 27 in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.

COVID-19 & RENTAL HOUSING: A WEBINAR! Wednesday, October 21st 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) emergency, the Governor and the Berkeley City Council have taken important steps to protect public health and prevent further transmission of COVID-19 by avoiding unnecessary displacement and homelessness. ... Register HERE: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg

NEW: COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act: Important dates https://www.cityofberkeley.info//Le/AB%203088-%20DATES.pdf

In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) emergency, the Governor and the Berkeley City Council have taken important steps to protect public health and prevent further transmission of COVID-19 by avoiding unnecessary displacement and homelessness. Register for our upcoming COVID-19 & Rental Housing Webinar here: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg

The NEXT Berkeley Rent Board Meeting is THURSDAY, October 15th at 7 p.m. This will be a VIRTUAL meeting but everyone is welcome to participate remotely! https://www.cityofberkeley.info///2020_Board_Meetings.aspx

Reminder! The Rent Board Office will be closed on Monday, October 12th in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day.

The City of Berkeley Public Health Officer's Shelter-In-Place Order provides guidance on showing rental units during COVID-19. Get additional information about the order and state law requirements below! Review current Health Officer orders here: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/covid19-health-orders/

Free virtual counseling for Cal Students, Faculty and Staff on Rental Housing Issues, including security deposits, subtenant issues, habitability issues (e.g., rats, bed bugs, no heat), rent increase questions, eviction concerns, and other Berkeley rental questions.... Our first session is Thursday, October 1st from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Get meeting information here: https://www.cityofberkeley.info//H/UC_Students_Events.aspx UC Berkeley Basic Needs Center

Are you a new landlord or are you considering purchasing rental property in Berkeley? Please join us for an overview of your rights and responsibilities, including rent control guidelines, tenant screening, repair issues, and security deposits. Register here: https://www.cityofberkeley.info//Landlord_and_Tenant_Works

Berkeley's Housing Retention Program provides grant assistance to Berkeley residents at risk of eviction - additional funding has been made available! Apply for the grant and get more information about eligibility here: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/covid19-housing-retention/

There is a state law, the COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act, and a local law, Berkeley’s Eviction Moratorium, that give Berkeley tenants eviction protections during the COVID-19 pandemic. Get information about these laws here: https://www.cityofberkeley.info//Can_t_Pay_Rent_Due_to_COV