OVERVIEW Effective January 1, 2024, the City of Berkeley will tax owners of residential units that are vacant for more than 182 days, whether consecutive or nonconsecutive, in a calendar year. Periods of vacancy that qualify for one of several Vacancy Exclusion Periods do not count towards the 182 days. Non-profits, and properties with 4 or fewer units occupied by an…
Housing counselors offer workshops and webinars on a wide range of topics each year. Counselors also participate in local events around Berkeley and offer events for the CAL community. See our calendar of upcoming events for more information. Interested in requesting a presentation by the Berkeley Rent Board’s public information unit for your…
REGISTRATION FORMSIf you’re unsure whether you need registration forms for fully covered or partially covered units, you may wish to review our Registration pages. Registration Forms for Fully Covered/Rent-Controlled Units…
OverviewBerkeley voters approved registration requirements for partially covered units by passing Measure MM in the November 2020 election. Registration includes:
- Unit registration--providing initial unit information and paying an annual fee for each unit
- Tenancy registration…
QUARTERLY MARKET MEDIAN AND VACANCY REGISTRATION REPORTSMarket median rents for studio to three-bedroom units are calculated based on new tenancy information.
- 2025: Q1 - Q4…
Rent ceiling increasesRent ceilings may be increased by annual general adjustments or by amounts granted in petition for rent increase or decrease. California law requires a landlord to give a 30-day notice of rent increase if the increase is 10% or less of the current rent, and a 90-day notice for an increase of more than 10%.Annual General Adjustment (AGA)Each…
While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the Information provided, the Board is not responsible for any errors or omissions. Therefore, any information provided herein is for reference purposes only. Please contact our staff if you have any questions about a specific tenancy or the rights/responsibilities established by the Berkeley Rent Ordinance.Security deposit definition…
Rent Stabilization boardRegular Meeting Thursday, September 17, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.School District Board Room – 1231 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA 94702Teleconference location: 651 Addison Street, Apt. 215, Berkeley, CA 94710 Teleconference location: Prudential Properties Unit 11- Potworks, St. James Parish, Nevis, KN1102 Public participationThis meeting will be conducted in a hybrid…
This committee will consider proposed amendments to the Rent Ordinance for the 2024 November General Election.
This committee will consider proposed amendments to the Rent Ordinance for the 2026 November General Election.