Berkeley Rent Board will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day. Please plan ahead for service needs before the holiday.

In honor of National Dog Day, our four-legged friends have a few tips for Berkeley renters! 🐾 A little housing know-how can help you—and your pup—feel right at home. And if you have any questions, the Berkeley Rent Board is here to help you understand your rights! #NationalDogDay

Last chance to sign up for Landlord 101! Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26 from 4:30 - 5:30 on Zoom. This 2.0 workshop for property owners and managers covers: ⭐Recent changes to the ordinance ⭐How to avoid common pitfalls ⭐Available services, resources, and FAQ's Register at bit.ly/EventsBRB

Are you a new landlord or looking for a refresher on your rights & responsibilities? Our popular Landlord Welcome Orientation is coming up on August 19! Walk away knowing the tools and information to effectively navigate Berkeley’s Rent Ordinance. RSVP at link in bio - "Workshops & Events."

We just shared five lessons from more than four decades of implementing rent stabilization on our LinkedIn page. If you work in housing or public service—or you're interested in how local housing policy is implemented—follow us on LinkedIn to read the full post: www.linkedin.com/com...

Join @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social at their Landlord Welcome Orientation Workshop and Resource Fair! 🏢 🏠 Register: rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/services/eve... Workshop | July 15 | 10 - 11 am Fair | July 22 | 10 - 11:30 am 2000 Center Street, Suite 400 Questions: corozco@berkeleyca.gov

Snag your copy of our Quarterly newsletter by signing up for our email list! Summer edition features our revamped Guide to Rent Control, expanded language services, and upcoming opportunities to connect to Rent Board Staff! Link in bio to sign up!

The Berkeley Rent Board is launching a new event on July 22 designed to connect local housing providers with the information, services, and community partners they need to successfully manage rental housing. Learn more and RSVP: rentboard.berkeleyca...

Renting property in Berkeley? Our monthly Landlord Welcome Orientation covers the fundamentals of Berkeleys rental laws, registration requirements, and Rent Board services, with time for questions. Every 3rd Wednesday at 10 AM. Link in bio to register.

The Rent Board provides language assistance to help Berkeley tenants and landlords understand their rights and responsibilities under the Rent Ordinance and access our services. Learn more on our new Language Access Services webpage. Share this post with your neighbors!

Are you a new landlord or looking for a refresher on your rights & responsibilities? Our free monthly Landlord Welcome Orientation will give you the tools and information to effectively navigate Berkeley’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance. Learn more and RSVP:

Landlord Workshop: Welcome Orientation | Berkeley Rent Board

Are you a new Berkeley landlord? Whether you've just registered a property, recently purchased a rental, or you're simply looking for a refresher, 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 session covers:

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The Berkeley Rent Board offices will remain open until 6 PM on Thursday, July 2nd. Rent Board staff will be available to accommodate property owners who want to pay registration fees in person. Avoid lines and pay online at rentregistry.cityofb...

Berkeley Rent Board will be closed on Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day. Please plan ahead for service needs before the holiday.

Annual rental unit registration fees are due July 2. Property owners, avoid the 100% penalty automatically applied on July 3 by paying on time! The easiest way to pay is online using the Rent Registry. Our step-by-step videos will walk you through it: rentregistry.cityofb...

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

Drop by the Berkeley Rent Board offices on July 22 between 10 and 11:30 AM for a free Landlord Resource Fair. Get your questions answered about unit exemptions, the relocation ordinance, below market rate housing programs, sustainability, safety resources, and more! RSVP at bit.ly/EventsBRB?utm...

Join us June 17 at 10 am at the Berkeley Rent Board offices for our monthly Landlord Welcome. 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. rentboard.berkeleyca...

Happy National Donut Day from the Berkeley Rent Board! We work to ensure the tenants & landlords of Berkeley Do-Nut have any Holes in their housing knowledge. Have questions about your rights & responsibilities under Berkeley’s rent control and eviction laws? Contact us!🍩❤️😀 #NationalDonutDay

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: rentboard.berkeleyca....

Have questions about Berkeley rental housing rules or Rent Board services? Stop by our upcoming Senior Center Info Sessions! 📍 South Berkeley Senior Center June 1 - 11:00 AM–12:30 PM 📍 North Berkeley Senior Center June 12 - 11:00 AM–12:30 PM

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

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.

*New workshop alert* 🎉Calling all landlords & property managers with day-jobs, who live out of town, or just prefer Zoom, this one's for you! Join us May 29 to learn the essentials of local landlord requirements and responsibilities. Register here:

Landlord 101 Webinar | Berkeley Rent Board

This introductory workshop from the Berkeley Rent Board covers the essentials of local rent stabilization requirements and landlord responsibilities. Learn how to determine your unit’s coverage status, understand registration requirements and annual fees, and stay compliant with Berkeley’s rent ordinance. Staff will walk through key rules, common pitfalls, and available resources to help you manage your property with confidence.This webinar is perfect for landlords, property managers, or and anyone looking for a straightforward overview of Berkeley’s rental laws.

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♻️🚯🚚 As students move out for the summer, tenants and landlords can each help keep our streets clean and safe by planning ahead, using City of Berkeley services, and properly disposing of the items they no longer need. Learn City services and community resources here:

Reduce, reuse, recycle: As students move out, keep Berkeley clean | City of Berkeley

To keep our streets safe, use City services to properly dispose of unwanted items. Dumping is illegal and can result in fines up to $500/day. As students move out for the summer, tenants and landlords can help keep our streets clean and safe by planning ahead, using City of Berkeley services, and properly disposing of the items they no longer need.

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Berkeley Rent Board will be closed on Monday, May 18 in observance of Malcom X's Birthday. Please plan ahead for service needs before the holiday.

Berkeley landlords, join us online to learn the tools the effectively navigate Berkeley's Rent Ordinance! Our monthly Landlord Workshop: Welcome Orientation will be on May 20 at 4 pm on Zoom. Register here:

Landlord Workshop: Welcome Orientation Webinar | Berkeley Rent Board

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 month will be a webinar.This session covers:

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Berkeley landlords, have you paid your annual registration fees yet? You might be surprised at these four consequences of not paying on time—make sure your rental units are properly registered by July 2 to be compliant with the Rent Ordinance! #BerkeleyCA #Landlords #LandlordTips

Calling all UC Berkeley students! Drop by our table at the upcoming Housing Fair on April 22 to earn about your rights, rent protections, and what to expect when renting off campus. #UCBerkeley #UCBerkeleyLife #BerkeleyCA #BerkeleyRentBoard #HousingPolicy #HousingAffordability #Rent #RentBoard

Annual rental registration fees are due July 2. Property owners, don't wait until the last minute—get your compliance requirements out of the way! Have questions about your bill? Check out our step-by-step YouTube how-to videos and Rent Board staff are here to help!

Big news! We have a new self-service kiosk at the Rent Board offices. Whether you’re a tenant or a landlord, you can skip the line to: ✔️ Look up unit info ✔️ Access rent ceilings ✔️ Print forms ✔️ Pay registration fees No appointment needed. Just stop by when our offices are open!