San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.123
Covered property (San Jose Apartment Rent Ordinance and Tenant Protection Ordinance)
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"Covered Property" means an individual building or complex of buildings containing one (1) or more Rent Stabilized Units, together with any common areas.
Under San José Municipal Code § 17.23.123, a 'Covered Property' is defined as any single building or group of buildings that includes at least one Rent Stabilized Unit, along with any shared spaces associated with those buildings. This definition determines the physical scope of properties subject to the rent stabilization framework. Both the individual units and the common areas—such as hallways, laundry rooms, or courtyards—fall within this designation.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers should be aware that under § 17.23.123, if even a single unit in a building or complex qualifies as a Rent Stabilized Unit, the entire property—including all common areas—is considered a Covered Property. Operators of Covered Properties are generally expected to apply the relevant rent stabilization obligations across the property as a whole. Keeping accurate records of which units carry rent-stabilized status helps ensure that the full scope of a Covered Property is properly identified and administered.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 17.23.123 establishes that a Covered Property includes not just individual rent-stabilized units but also the common areas of the building or complex. This means tenants in a building with at least one Rent Stabilized Unit may have protections that extend to shared spaces under San José's rent stabilization rules. Tenants who believe their building qualifies as a Covered Property and have concerns about their rights can reach out to the San José Housing Department or a local tenant-rights organization to better understand available options.
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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