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Extended Office Hours on Thursday, July 2nd: The Rent Board will be open until 6 p.m. to accommodate property owners who want to pay registration fees in person. 

Holiday Closure on Friday, July 3rd: The Rent Board will be closed in observance of Independence Day.

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Notice of Public Hearing on Possible Increase of Registration Fees

The public hearing will be held on Thursday, March 16, 2023

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Berkeley Rent Board Supports Bill to Stop Skyrocketing Security Deposits

Assembly Bill (AB) 12 would create a one month’s rent cap on security deposits for all tenants.

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Be Prepared as Heavy Storms Hit Berkeley!

Resources for Berkeley landlords and tenants

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Berkeley Rent Board Adopts Land Acknowledgement Statement

Acknowledging the past and building relationships with Berkeley’s indigenous community for a better future.

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Access Information and Forms Related to Berkeley’s Fair Chance Housing Ordinance

The Fair Chance Housing Ordinance prohibits the use of criminal histories for most offenses in determining access to housing.

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Berkeley Rent Board and Anti-Eviction Mapping Project Release New Report

The report highlights vulnerability of displacement due to upzoning in the midst of SB9 and an updated housing element.