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
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