Tenant Information

The Rent Adjustment Program Ordinance provides a forum for tenants to challenge rent increases, to make a claim for decreased housing services and/or to contest a loss of service, and to make other claims provided by law.

Services

File a Tenant Petition Respond to an Owner Petition for Rent Increase, Exemption, or Extension of Time for Vacancy Tenancy Registration FAQs Contest a Previously Granted Exemption Appeal a Rent Adjustment Hearing Decision Contact a Housing Counselor

Resources

Contact a Housing Counselor Rent Adjustment Program Contact Local Housing Advocacy Organizations Housing Resources for Tenants and Property Owners Read the Oakland Rent Adjustment Program Ordinance Uniform Relocation Ordinance Ellis Act Ordinance Tenant Protection Ordinance Code Compliance Relocation Program

Topics

Housing Laws and Regulations Hearings, Mediations, and Appeals Understanding Evictions in Oakland

Documents

Rent Adjustment Program Forms & Notices for Tenants