Berkeley Rent Board

What’s a rent ceiling — and why should you care? A rent ceiling is the legal max rent for fully covered units in Berkeley. Find out your coverage and your rent ceiling in the Rent Registry: rentregistry.cityofb...

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Is my unit covered by rent control in Berkeley?

There are two types of coverage under Berkeley's Rent Ordinance: Fully covered (Rent controlled, eviction protections, interest on security deposit to be paid to tenants annually), Partially covered (NOT rent controlled, but yes eviction protections and interest on security deposit to be paid annually)

Fully covered units (rent controlled): most multi-unit properties built before June 1980 and single-family homes with current tenants who moved in before 1996.

PARTIALY COVERED UNITS Are Not Rent Controlled: Includes most units built after 1980, condos, and single-family homes with current tenants who moved in on or after 1/1/1996. These units still have eviction protections and the right to annual security deposit interest.

Not sure if your home is covered by rent control? 🏠💡
There are two types of coverage under Berkeley’s Rent Ordinance and knowing which one applies to you means knowing your rights.

Find out by using our Unit Information Lookup Tool or talking with a Housing Counselor ➡️ bit.ly/BerkeleyRC101...

Informational graphic from Berkeley Rent Board introducing a carousel on "What is a Rent Ceiling"

Text describing a rent ceiling as the max amount of rent a landlord can charge, how it is set, and how it can change.

Text encouraging tenants to look up their rent ceilings and coverage under the Rent Ordinance in the online Rent Registry.

Not sure what the legal rent is for your unit? 👀 All fully covered rental units in Berkeley have a rent ceiling, meaning a maximum lawful rent a landlord can charge. Scroll to learn more!
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News headline informing landlords of government subsidized rental units in Berkely how to raise the rent ceilings to max allowable.

Landlords of fully covered government subsidized rentals can now petition the Rent Board to raise rent ceilings on their units to the maximum allowed by the subsidizing government agency. This does NOT impact the tenant's portion of rent paid to the landlord. Learn more: bit.ly/NewsBRB?utm_s...

Berkeley Rent Board will be closed on Monday, March 30 in observance of Cesar Chavez Day. Please plan ahead for service needs before the holiday.

Text informing the public that the Berkeley 2025 Tenant & Landlord survey received over 700 respondents describing their experience with the Rent Registry.

Text heavy 33% of tenant respondents used the rent registry most often to find their rentals coverage status, rent ceiling, or look up info for a prospective unit.

Text: 73% of of Landlord/Property Manager respondents used the Rent Registry, most often to make online payments, update tenancy info, apply for unit exemption, and more.

Graphic urging Berkeley residents to find their rental unit in the Berkeley Rent Board Rent Registry to learn their coverage, rent level, unit type, and more with the url: rentregistry.cityofberkeley.info/

Thank you to everyone who responded to our 2025 Berkeley Tenant & Landlord Survey! Your feedback is invaluable as work to better understand Berkeley's rental housing and strengthen our services. Swipe to see what we learned!

Berkeley Rent Board will be closed on Thursday, February 12 and Monday, February 16 in observance of Lincoln's Birthday and Washington's Birthday. Please plan ahead for service needs before the holiday.

Event flyer for a Landlord Workshop: Welcome Orientation on February 18 at the Berkeley Rent Board offices. Walk away knowing rent control basics, registration requirements, and rent board services and resources.

Whether you're brand new to the Berkeley rental market or looking for a refresher, our February 18 Landlord Workshop: Welcome Orientation will give you the tools and information to effectively navigate Berkeley’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance. RSVP at Link in Bio.

February Event Calendar for Berkeley Rent Board go to https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/services/events to see all events.

Have housing questions? We have answers! Join us for one of our educational outreach events in February. See event details here rentboard.berkeleyca...

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The Rent Board offers over-the-phone interpretation services for appointments with Rent Board staff, as well as document translation services for clients submitting Petitions! Traducción disponible Llámanos! Có sẵn bản dịch Hãy gọi cho chúng tôi! الترجمة متاحة. اتصل بنا! 提供翻譯。 致電我們！

Berkeley tenants, the Rent Registry is for you too! Knowing the coverage of your unit under the Rent Ordinance is the first step to understanding your rights. No need to make an account, simply type in the address. #TenantTuesdays #TuesdayTenantTrivia #BerkeleyCA

Do you know your coverage under the Rent Ordinance? Your renter rights depend on if your rental unit is fully covered, partially covered, or exempt, so head to our online Rent Registry today to learn the coverage status of your rental! rentboard.berkeleyca...

Berkeley Landlord Briefing about new California state law now requiring rental units to include a working stove and refrigerator to be considered habitable.

Berkeley landlords, there's a new state requirement that all rental units must have a working stove and fridge. A great way to ensure all your units meet this habitability requirement is to complete the annual required Rental Housing Safety Self-Certification Checklist: berkeleyca.gov/doing...

Berkeley tenants, check your knowledge! There's a new habitability requirement for rental units in California, do you know what it is?

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Rent Board Meetings | Berkeley Rent Board The elected Rent Board (the "Board") holds regular meetings on the third Thursday of the month, except holidays, at 7:00 p.m. in the Berkeley Unified School District Board Room at 1231 Addison Street. All Board meetings are open to the public and participation is encouraged. All Board meetings are conducted in a hybrid model with both in-person attendance and virtual participation.

The next meeting of the elected Rent Board is this Thursday, January 15th at 7 p.m. You can watch or give public comment in-person at the School District Board Room, 1231 Addison Street, Berkeley; or virtually via the Zoom link on the meeting agenda:

Berkeley Rent Board will be closed on Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday. Please plan ahead for service needs before the holiday.

Reminder that security deposit interest due to tenants by January 31, and pointing to the security deposit interest calculator on the Berkeley Rent Board website.

Berkeley landlords, don't forget that security deposit interest is due to tenants by January 31! You can find our security deposit interest calculator, as well as other tools on the Rent Board website.

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New Years Resolution: Learn about your rights as Berkeley tenants! Tenants in rental units covered by the Berkeley Rent Ordinance are owed annual interest on their security deposits! Head to our website (link in bio) to learn more.

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Landlord Workshop: Welcome Orientation | Berkeley Rent Board Are you a new Berkeley landlord? Whether you've just registered a property or recently purchased a rental, this in-person workshop is designed to help you stay compliant with confidence.Join us at 10:00 AM on the third Wednesday of every month at the Berkeley Rent Board offices for a welcome orientation tailored specifically for new landlords.This session covers:

Join us for the first workshop of 2026! Whether you're brand new to the Berkeley rental market or looking for a refresher, our Landlord Workshop: Welcome Orientation will give you the tools and information to effectively navigate Berkeley’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance.

Rent Board Meetings | Berkeley Rent Board The elected Rent Board (the "Board") holds regular meetings on the third Thursday of the month, except holidays, at 7:00 p.m. in the Berkeley Unified School District Board Room at 1231 Addison Street. All Board meetings are open to the public and participation is encouraged. All Board meetings are conducted in a hybrid model with both in-person attendance and virtual participation.

Reminder! The meeting of the elected Rent Board is tonight, December 18th at 7 p.m. at 1231 Addison Street, Berkeley, and online via Zoom and live webcast: rentboard.berkeleyca...

Berkeley residents can also watch live and taped broadcasts of most meetings on BCM-TV Channel 33 or Channel 28.

Rent Board Holiday Office Closure The Rent Board office will be closed to the public for the holidays from December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026. Take Care of Time Sensitive Business Before the Holiday Office ClosureThe Rent Board Offic...

Reminder, our offices will be closed to the public from Monday, December 22 - Friday, January 2nd!

Rent Board Meetings | Berkeley Rent Board The elected Rent Board (the "Board") holds regular meetings on the third Thursday of the month, except holidays, at 7:00 p.m. in the Berkeley Unified School District Board Room at 1231 Addison Street. All Board meetings are open to the public and participation is encouraged. All Board meetings are conducted in a hybrid model with both in-person attendance and virtual participation.

The next meeting of the elected Rent Board is this Thursday, December 18th at 7 p.m. You can watch or give public comment in-person at the School District Board Room, 1231 Addison Street, Berkeley; or virtually via the Zoom link on the meeting agenda:

Reminder to take the 2025 Berkeley tenant landlord survey before it closes December 14. Includes a photo of two people at a computer and the Berkeley Rent Board logo.

Please take 5 minutes to shape Rent Board services by taking our 2025 Berkeley Tenant Landlord Survey before it closes December 14! bit.ly/RentBoardSurv...

#Survey

Graphic explaining the Annual General Adjustment to Berkeley landlords and that the 2026 Annual General Adjustment is 1.0%.

Graphic reminding Berkeley landlords that raising the rent requires proper written notice (30 days for increases 10% or less, 90 days for increases more than 10%).

Understanding the Annual General Adjustment helps everyone stay on track. Fully covered landlords—here’s what the 2025 AGA means for you. You can learn more about who can take the AGA and when on our website! #LandlordTips

Five new California laws take effect in 2025–2026 that will impact Berkeley tenants and landlords. From safe indoor temperatures to required appliances and security deposit rules, here’s what you need to know to stay informed and prepared.

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Announcing Berkeley Rent Board's closure for the holidays Monday December 22 - Friday January 2.

We will be closed to the public from Monday, December 22 - Friday, January 2nd. If you have time sensitive business that requires staff assistance and can’t be done online through the Rent Registry, please be sure to schedule an appointment, call, email, or visit our office before December 22!

Did you know California state law requires landlords to give formal written notice before raising the rent? Tenants in fully covered units may expect landlords to notify them of the Annual General Adjustment (AGA) rent increases this time of year. #TenantTuesdays

Landlord Workshop: Welcome Orientation | Berkeley Rent Board Are you a new Berkeley landlord? Whether you've just registered a property or recently purchased a rental, this in-person workshop is designed to help you stay compliant with confidence.Join us at 10:00 AM on the third Wednesday of every month at the Berkeley Rent Board offices for a welcome orientation tailored specifically for new landlords.This session covers:

Whether you're brand new to the Berkeley rental market or looking for a refresher, our Landlord Workshop: Welcome Orientation will give you the tools and information to effectively navigate Berkeley’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance. RSVP for November 19 here:

Our 2025 Berkeley Tenant and Landlord Rent Board Survey closes December 14! Help improve Rent Board services by taking 5 minutes to give us feedback. Link in bio or go to bit.ly/RentBoardSurv...

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Hello @panellington.bsky.social! Berkeley Rent Board housing counselors can help with landlord/tenant issues but issues with neighboring units is unfortunately outside our jurisdiction. I'm sorry this is happening!