Berkeley 3-Day Eviction Notice Requirements
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Does Berkeley Have Rent Control?
Yes - Rent Control
Yes. Berkeley has had rent control since 1980 under the Berkeley Rent Stabilization and Eviction for Good Cause Ordinance. It covers most residential rental units in the city.
The ordinance limits annual rent increases, requires good cause for eviction, and is administered by the Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board.
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3-Day Notice Requirements in Berkeley
In addition to California's statewide CCP §1161 requirements, Berkeley has the following local requirements:
- Good cause for eviction must be stated on the notice
- Notice must include Rent Board counseling language informing tenants of their right to free counseling
- A copy of the notice must be filed with the Berkeley Rent Board within 3 business days
- Notice must reference the applicable section of the Rent Stabilization Ordinance
- Tenant must be informed of their right to contact the Rent Board for assistance
RentNotice handles this automatically. When you select Berkeley as your property location, all required local language is added to your notice.
Landlord Resources in Berkeley
- All rental units must be registered with the Rent Stabilization Board
- File a copy of any eviction notice with the Rent Board within 3 business days of service
- Annual allowable rent increase is set by the Rent Board based on CPI (typically 1-3%)
- Good cause is required for all evictions - 12 permissible grounds listed in the ordinance
- Notice must include mandatory Rent Board counseling language
Tenant Resources in Berkeley
- If you receive a 3-day notice, contact the Berkeley Rent Board immediately for free counseling.
- You have the right to free counseling services through the Rent Board before any eviction can proceed.
- Berkeley requires good cause for all evictions - verify the stated reason is one of the 12 permissible grounds.
- Free legal assistance is available through the East Bay Community Law Center.
- If you believe your notice is invalid, consult a licensed California attorney immediately.
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