Questions about how Richmond's rent control and just cause for eviction laws affect your rental property? Please call (510) 234-RENT (7368) or visit the Rent Program Office, located on the second floor of 440 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, CA 94804, to speak with a Rent Program Services Analyst.
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Enrollment and Noticing Requirements
Enrollment
Landlords and owners of residential Rental Units located within the City of Richmond must enroll all Rental Units with the Rent Program.
The simplest way to complete the Rent Program Enrollment Form is to submit the online form on the Forms page: Rent Program Forms.
Noticing
In accordance with Rent Board Regulations 603 and 1001, Landlords are required to file a copy of all rental increase notices, change of terms of tenancy and tenancy termination notices with the Rent Board within two business days after serving the Tenant the notice. Proof of service with time and date of service must be included with the notice filed with the City (RMC 11.100.060(s)). Please visit the Forms page to obtain copies of all relevant notices and forms for your property: Rent Program Forms.
Fees
Enrollment with the Richmond Rent Program requires fees including but not limited to an enrollment fee, business license, and rental inspection program compliance. Please visit the Fees page for more information: Rent Program Fees.
Prohibits landlords from ending a rental agreement without a “just cause.” Relocation payments must be made to tenants for certain permitted evictions, such as substantial repairs.
The initial rent on a lease or rental agreement. The starting base rent for rent controlled units is the rent paid in July 21, 2015, or the first month a tenant moved in after that date.
A measurement of the average change over time in the prices of goods and services determined by the federal government. Rent may be increased by 100% of the CPI each year (historically around 3%).
The most money that can be charged to a tenant each year, including the base rent and properly-noticed CPI adjustments. Landlords and tenants may petition the Rent Board for an upward or downward adjustment of the Maximum Allowable Rent based on changes to the property, conditions, etc.
Resources
Richmond Rent Program Brochure
Guía del Programa de Renta de la Ciudad de Richmond
