Set 2016 rent increase limits and require relocation payments for displaced tenants

Rent Board & TenantsHousingOrdinance

In Plain English

The city's rent control law from 2015 needs annual updates to set maximum rent increases. This sets the 2016 limit and creates a budget for the Rent Board that oversees disputes. New rules require landlords to pay relocation costs when they evict tenants for major renovations or owner move-ins.

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Votes

Approve staff's recommended interim budget for the Rent Board with modifications: reduce the total management contract services to $350,000; send letter informing landlords and tenants about new law; hold classes with landlords and tenants; convene meeting with legal providers; approve the annual general adjustment; adopting the relocation ordinance, and adopted Resolution No.'s 113-16, 114-16, 115-16, and Ordinance No. 22-16 N.S.

Passed

4 to 1

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Why This Vote Matters

The city approved updates to its 2015 rent control law, setting the 2016 maximum rent increase limit and establishing a $350,000 budget for the Rent Board that handles tenant-landlord disputes. New rules will require landlords to pay relocation costs when they evict tenants for major renovations or when the owner wants to move in. The council passed these changes in a divided 4-1 vote, with Mayor Butt opposing and Councilmember Pimplé abstaining. The updates also include educational outreach to inform both landlords and tenants about the new requirements.

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