Guide to Berkeley's Rent Stabilization Program

The guide is published to help landlords, tenants, property managers, Realtors and potential rental property owners understand how rent stabilization works in Berkeley. The information is this guide is not a substitute for legal advice. Generally, Berkeley's rent control law governs rent levels; changes to existing rent levels based on changes in space, services, number of occupant, or a rental unit's condition; security deposit interest; and good causes to evict. The local law does not address many other aspects of landlord-tenant relationships. 

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