| This advisory was issued by the Town of Fairfax. The Town of Fairfax has initiated partial implementation of the Rent Stabilization program with two initiatives. Keep in mind, rent increases are not permitted unless authorized by the Annual General Adjustment (AGA) or through a hearing process. Additionally, Rent Stabilization does not apply to all rental units. See Chapter 5.55 of the Municipal Code for a list of exemptions. Hearing Process Chapter 5.55 (Rent Stabilization Program) of the Town Code now provides for a hearing process for the consideration of rent increases (above the Annual General Adjustment (AGA) rent increase). To qualify for a hearing, a payment of $1000 petition fee is required along with the registration of the units subject to the rent increase. This fee is paid by the landlord and is intended to cover the cost of providing a hearing conducted by a hearing examiner. Housing Warm Line An e-mail address and a telephone line is now available for questions regarding the Rent Stabilization program and Just Cause Evictions. Please contact housing@townoffairfax.org or call (415) 259-7997. Visit our Renters and Landlords page for additional information. |
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