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Rent Regulations

San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.121

Commission (San Jose Apartment Rent Ordinance and Tenant Protection Ordinance)

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Operative Text

San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.121
"Commission" means the Housing and Community Development Committee or successor.
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Plain English

Under San José Municipal Code § 17.23.121, the term 'Commission' refers to the Housing and Community Development Committee, or whatever body may succeed it. This definition establishes which governmental body holds authority over matters governed by Chapter 17.23.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Property owners and managers subject to San José's rent regulations under Chapter 17.23 should recognize that references to the 'Commission' throughout that chapter point to the Housing and Community Development Committee, as defined in § 17.23.121. Compliant operators generally direct any required filings, appeals, or communications to that body, or to its designated successor if a reorganization has occurred.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Under § 17.23.121, the body with oversight authority for San José's Chapter 17.23 rent regulations is the Housing and Community Development Committee. Tenants who need to raise a concern or file a complaint under Chapter 17.23 can direct inquiries to that Committee, or consult a local tenant-rights organization to identify the current successor body if the Committee's structure has changed.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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