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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 29m

Doe-n't wait, schedule an appointment with a Housing Counselor today! ☺️ bit.ly/BRBHCAppts?ut...

#TildenPark #Overheard

Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 22h

This week for #TuesdayTenantTrivia we're talking about habitability! As California tenants, you are entitled to hot and cold running water, heat, electricity, garbage containers, safe stairways, and more. Visit our Habitability webpage to see a full list of your rights: rentboard.berkeleyca...

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 22h

This week for #TuesdayTenantTrivia we're talking about habitability! As California tenants, you are entitled to hot and cold running water, heat, electricity, garbage containers, safe stairways, and more. Visit our Habitability webpage to see a full list of your rights: rentboard.berkeleyca...

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 1d

We think it's nutty more people don't know about our free mediation services for Berkeley tenants and landlords! Book an appointment with our Housing Counselors and ask about mediation! #Overheard @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 5d

Drop by our table at Berkeley's annual free Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 18! In between the amazing live music, kids' activities, food contests, and seed swap, be sure to come say hello and learn about the resources available to you as Berkeley tenants and landlords! bit.ly/EventsBRB?utm...

Berkeley Rent Board staff speak with a family at a tabling event.

Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 5d

Did you know in 2023 state law changed the amount you can charge as a security deposit? Sign up for our email lists to stay informed about your rights and responsibilities as Berkeley landlords: bit.ly/RSBmailinglis...

Graphic explains how much landlords can charge for a security deposit in Berkeley - one month's rent for most landlords, two months for small property landlords.

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 7d

Are you a new Berkeley landlord? Whether you've just registered a property or are looking for a refresher, this in-person workshop is designed to help you stay compliant with confidence! Join us at 10:00 AM on October 15 at the Berkeley Rent Board offices:

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:

rentboard.berkeleyca.gov

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 8d

Eyeing that retro fridge on Facebook Marketplace? Thinking about retiling the bathroom? Be sure to get written permission from your landlord before making any modifications to your rental unit, even ones that would increase the value! #KnowYourRights and follow for #TuesdayTenantTrivia!

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 8d

Tenant Associations can now bring Individual Rent Adjustment Petitions for property-wide defects on behalf of all tenants. Tenant employees and owner occupied units no longer count towards the required threshold to establish a Tenant Association. Read full article here: rentboard.berkeleyca...

Graphic displaying the Berkeley Rent Board's latest news headline and key message

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 13d

Landlords, did you know that charging tenant screening fees in Berkeley comes with certain obligations? Explore our website (listed in our profile) to learn more about your rights and responsibilities as Berkeley landlords!

#BerkeleyRentBoard #EastBayRealEstate #TenantScreening

Graphic titled “Berkeley Landlord Briefing.” A yellow pushpin holds a white paper note against an orange background. The note says: “Reminder: The maximum tenant screening fee in 2025 is $66.92. Charging a tenant screening fee comes with obligations including receipts, a refund for any unused portion, and a Tenant Screening Fee Rights Statement.” The handle @BerkeleyRentBoard is at the bottom.

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 13d

Rental property owners of homes with four units or less can now qualify! Apply by October 1.

City of Berkeley @berkeleyca.gov · 16d

💪Strengthen your home's resiliency to earthquake.

Apply to enter a randomized lottery and potentially qualify for a home retrofit grant of up to $3,000.

If you are a low-income homeowner, you may qualify for $7,000 on top of the $3,000.

Deadline is October 1! Apply:

Apply to help make your house safer from earthquakes | City of Berkeley

Apply by Oct. 1 to enter a randomized lottery and potentially qualify for a home retrofit grant of up to $3,000 – or $10,000 for lower income households. Owners of older, wood-framed homes in Berkeley can apply online to qualify for grants to strengthen their homes’ resiliency to major earthquakes.Owners of these homes – wood-framed, pre-1980 homes with a raised foundation or crawl space under the home – would receive up to $3,000 for this work. Households making less than $89,040 per year can receive $7,000 more.Rental property owners of homes with four units or less can also qualify. These owners, who do not need to live in one of the units to qualify, can apply to retrofit up to five qualifying rental properties.

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 14d

It's Tuesday Tenant Trivia! Did you know that you have a right to the interest that accumulates on your security deposit? Landlords are required to pay this annually either by cash or rent rebate by January 31!

Invite your friends to follow @BerkeleyRentBoard to stay informed and empowered!

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 20d

Berkeley landlords, it's your weekly briefing! Wondering when you need to update your Rent Registry account? Swipe through to learn when you need and don't need to be updating your unit information!

Graphic titled “Berkeley Landlord Briefing.” Text reads: ” Fully and Partially Covered Units -
Update your Rent Registry Account within 15 days of a new tenancy (a complete turnover in tenants). Partially Covered Units only - Update your Rent Registry Account with changes to rent amount and number of occupants (can do when Registration fees are due or anytime throughout the year). Landlords Take Note! You do not need to update the Rent Registry with vacancies unless you are taking the unit off the market." The handle @BerkeleyRentBoard is at the bottom.

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 20d

Reminder! The meeting of the elected Rent Board is TONIGHT, September 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 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.

rentboard.berkeleyca.gov

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 20d

Visit our table at Berkeley Unified School District's Black to School event to learn about the resources available to you as Berkeley tenants and landlords! This event is for K-12 students and families to learn about district and school supports, play games, and receive school supply giveaways!

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 21d

It's Tuesday and time to test your knowledge of Berkeley's "Just Causes" for evictions! If your unit is fully or partially covered by the Rent Ordinance, you have eviction protections and can only be evicted for one of several specific "Just Causes" or through the Ellis Act. #KnowYourRights

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 22d

The next meeting of the elected Rent Board is this Thursday, September 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:

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.

rentboard.berkeleyca.gov

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 26d

Along with federal and state requirements, Berkeley has its own list of specific inclusions required in all rental agreements. Landlords be sure to save this post and check in every Thursday for your weekly Berkeley Landlord Briefing!

Graphic titled “Berkeley Landlord Briefing.” Text reads: “Preparing a new lease? Be sure to include these Berkeley-specific lease requirements:” followed by a list: “Fair Chance Ordinance Notice to Rental Applicants and Tenants, Notice of Tenant Protection Ordinance, Smoking Prohibition Clause, Information About Bed Bugs.” Orange star icons highlight each item. @BerkeleyRentBoard is at the bottom.

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 27d

Are you a new Berkeley landlord? Join us at 10:00 AM on the third Wednesday of every month at the Berkeley Rent Board offices to learn how to stay compliant with confidence! bit.ly/EventsBRB?utm...

Flyer for the "Landlord Workshop: Welcome Orientation" hosted by the City of Berkeley Rent Board. The flyer announces an in-person event on Wednesday, September 17 from 10:00–11:00 am at the Berkeley Rent Board (2000 Center St, #400). It invites new Berkeley landlords to attend and learn about Rent Control 101, Registration Requirements, and Rent Board Services & Resources. The flyer features a friendly group photo of four diverse people conversing and holding notebooks and phones. The design uses soft blue and black text with icons for time and location.

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 28d

It's Tuesday Tenant Trivia! Did you know Berkeley banned smoking in all multi-unit rental properties in 2014?

Follow @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social to stay informed and share our housing facts and tips with your neighbors!

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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 29d

📌Permit Service Center
- Building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and fire permits
- Zoning and land use (permits will be approved or denied by the Zoning Adjustment Board)
- ADU permits
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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 29d

📌 Berkeley Housing Authority
- Tenant-based assistance like the Section 8 Waitlist and Emergency Housing
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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 29d

📌Health, Housing, and community services
- Affordable housing & supportive housing
- Environmental Health division for rodents, pests, and noise
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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 29d

📌Housing Code Inspections
- Habitability problems (mold, heat, leaks)
- Unsafe conditions in units/buildings
- The Rental Housing Safety Program (Landlords annual fee + self-inspection checklist)
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Berkeley Rent Board @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social · 29d

📌 Berkeley Rent Board
- Landlord/tenant conflict
- Rent control & eviction protections
- Rent registry (Rental Data Information/Registration Fees)
- Security deposit interest
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