Hear presentation on voter-approved Measure L and direct staff to draft relocation ordinance
In Plain English
Richmond voters recently passed Measure L, which creates rent control and just cause eviction protections. The measure requires the city to create a relocation ordinance that helps tenants when they must move due to certain circumstances. Staff will research other cities' relocation laws and bring back a draft ordinance by December 6.
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Votes
Directed staff to prepare a Richmond relocation ordinance for first reading at the December 6, 2016, City Council meeting or a special meeting thereafter
5 to 1
Why This Vote Matters
The council directed staff to draft a relocation ordinance by December 6, with only Mayor Tom Butt dissenting in the 5-1 vote. This follows Richmond voters' recent approval of Measure L, which established rent control and just cause eviction protections but requires the city to create additional rules helping tenants who must relocate due to certain circumstances. Staff will study how other cities handle tenant relocation assistance and bring back a proposed ordinance for the council's review. This continues the council majority's pattern of supporting tenant protection measures, while Butt's opposition aligns with his historically more cautious approach to housing regulations.
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