Berkeley Rent Board

06/16/2026

Berkeley Rent Board will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. Please plan ahead for service needs before the holiday.

06/15/2026

Drop by the Berkeley Rent Board offices on July 22 between 10 and 11:30 AM for a free Landlord Resource Fair featuring Rent Board staff, Berkeley Property Owners Association, and City of Berkeley staff. Get your questions answered about unit exemptions, the relocation ordinance, below market rate housing programs, sustainability, safety resources, and more!

Tabling by:
🌟Berkeley Rent Board
🌟Rental Housing Safety Program
🌟Berkeley Property Owners Association
🌟Health, Housing, and Community Services
and more!

RSVP here:

Connect with city staff and local experts to discover resources designed to help Berkeley property owners & managers navigate housing regulations, city programs and requirements, and property management best practices.Drop by the Berkeley Rent Board offices on July 22 between 10 and 11:30 AM for a f...

06/09/2026

Our monthly Landlord Workshop: Welcome Orientation is coming up next week! Join us June 17 at 10 am at the Berkeley Rent Board offices. Whether you're a new landlord or looking for a refresher, this workshop will give you the tools and information to effectively navigate Berkeley’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance.

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 every third Wednesday of the month for a welcome orientation tailored specifically for new landlords. This...

05/27/2026

POV: Your nightmare roommate finally moves out, and you don’t know if your landlord will approve the replacement roommate. Thankfully, you know about the Berkeley Rent Board website where you can learn about your renters rights, specifically the clause that landlords have to have a reasonable reason for objecting to a replacement roommate. And since you’re in a fully covered unit, if your landlord unreasonably refuses the replacement, you can file a Petition for Rent Decrease!

05/21/2026

Have questions about Berkeley rental housing rules or Rent Board services? Stop by our upcoming Senior Center Info Sessions to ask questions, pick up a Guide to Rent Control, and connect with a Rent Board Housing Counselor.

📍 South Berkeley Senior Center
June 1 - 11:00 AM–12:30 PM

📍 North Berkeley Senior Center
June 12 - 11:00 AM–12:30 PM

05/20/2026

Berkeley Rent Board will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. Please plan ahead for service needs before the holiday.

05/19/2026

Property owners, raise your hand if you've already paid your annual Rent Board registration fees!🖐️

Avoid late fees and keep your registration up to date. Need help? Rent Board staff, how-to videos, and online resources are available to assist you.