Screening Fee The maximum tenant screening fee for 2026 is $68.96Landlords may use screening fees to obtain information about a prospective tenant like a consumer credit report. Prospective tenants should expect to receive a copy of their credit report within 7 days of receipt by the landlord, a receipt for the fee paid and an itemized list of any out-of-pocket expenses and…

Rent Stabilization boardRegular Meeting Thursday, May 28, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.School District Board Room – 1231 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA 94702Teleconference Location – 2010 Fifth Street, Apt. 260, Berkeley, CA 94710 and2719 k street, sacramento, ca 95816 Public participationThis meeting will be conducted in a hybrid model with both in-person and remote participation, and in accordance…

RENT STABILIZATION BOARDRegular Meeting & public hearing Thursday, march 5, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.School District Board Room – 1231 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA 94702Teleconference Location – 2010 Fifth Street, Unit 260 Berkeley, CA 94710Public participationThis meeting will be conducted in a hybrid model with both in-person and remote participation, and in accordance with…

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, June 18, 2026 – 6:30 p.m.School District Board Room – 1231 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA 94702Teleconference Location – 2010 Fifth Street, Apt. 260, Berkeley, CA 94710Public participationThis meeting will be conducted in a hybrid model with both in-person and remote participation, and in accordance with Government Code Section 54953 and all…

This committee will consider proposed amendments to the Rent Ordinance for the 2024 November General Election.

This Committee handles all issues that relate to the Rent Board’s regulations and the Hearings Unit. The Committee reviews and approves the Annual General Adjustment. Changes to regulations may be initiated at the Committee, and the Rent Board refers any issues that arise related to legislation, regulations, hearings or the appeals process to this Committee.  The Committee also reviews…

This committee will consider proposed amendments to the Rent Ordinance for the 2026 November General Election. 

This Committee was created so that the Rent Board can work in concert with the Berkeley Unified School District (BUSD) on rental housing issues that affect families with school-aged children.

This Committee reviews efforts and makes recommendations for informing Berkeley residents and property owners of the services that the Rent Board provides and for expanding access to these services. Outreach projects include, but are not limited to, informative workshops, webinars and mailings, advertising, and on-the-spot counseling services at annual Berkeley events, and at the library, senior…