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San Diego City Council Informational Hearing on Tenant Protections
San Diego City Council Informational Hearing on Tenant Protections

The San Diego City Council will be hosting a special hearing this coming Monday, October 31, at noon, to discuss the creation of stronger tenant protections for renters in the City of San Diego. Continue Reading

Date posted10/27/2022


Chula Vista City Council Passes Residential Tenant Protection Ordinance
Chula Vista City Council Passes Residential Tenant Protection Ordinance

Last night, the Chula Vista City Council passed the Residential Tenant Protection Ordinance despite stakeholder input and strong opposition from SCRHA members and community partners. The vote was 3 to 1, with Councilmember Jill Galvez opposed. Continue Reading

Date posted10/26/2022


Chula Vista Tenant Protection Hearing Today!
Chula Vista Tenant Protection Hearing Today!

The Residential Landlord & Tenant Ordinance is being voted on by the Chula Vista City Council this evening, Tuesday, October 25 at 5 p.m. SCRHA remains opposed to the ordinance and is concerned with the many unintended consequences. Continue Reading

Date posted10/25/2022


Call for Presenters
Call for Presenters

The SCRHA Education Committee is seeking volunteer speakers for its 2023 educational session. Continue Reading

Date posted10/24/2022


Legislative Update - October 20, 2022
Legislative Update - October 20, 2022

SD City Council President Announces Informational Hearing on Tenant ProtectionsSCRHA received confirmation that San Diego City Council President Sean Elo-Rivera has scheduled an informational hearing on Tenant Protections for October 31. This item is informational only, however, the Council will... Continue Reading

Date posted10/20/2022


ICYMI! informational Hearing on Tenant Protections Oct. 31
ICYMI! informational Hearing on Tenant Protections Oct. 31

SCRHA received confirmation that San Diego City Council President Sean Elo-Rivera has scheduled an informational hearing on Tenant Protections for October 31. This item is informational only, however, the Council will vote on a resolution to declare housing a human right.  Continue Reading

Date posted10/19/2022


SCRHA Housing Provider & Resident Rights and Responsibilities
SCRHA Housing Provider & Resident Rights and Responsibilities

As members of the Southern California Rental Housing Association, we are partners in creating a thriving community by providing quality rental housing for all. Continue Reading

Date posted10/17/2022


President's Message: October 2022
President's Message: October 2022

Throughout my tenure as President of the Southern California Rental Housing Association, it has become increasingly clear that the essential services our members provide as housing providers all too often go unseen and unappreciated. Recognizing how our community has continued to provide essential... Continue Reading

Date posted10/17/2022


Legislative Update - October 13, 2022
Legislative Update - October 13, 2022

Chula Vista Tenant Ordinance Hearing Tentative for October 25Chula Vista city staff has informed stakeholders that the Tenant Protection Ordinance could be heard on October 25. The city has scheduled, then postponed, the hearing numerous times over the summer and has made it clear that the hearing... Continue Reading

Date posted10/13/2022


Price Gouging Update
Price Gouging Update

Limited Price Gouging Rules Remain Applicable to Rentals Continue Reading

Date posted10/7/2022


Governor Signs New Laws Impacting Rental Housing & Businesses
Governor Signs New Laws Impacting Rental Housing & Businesses

New laws impacting rental housing and employers. Continue Reading

Date posted10/6/2022


Legislative Update - October 6, 2022
Legislative Update - October 6, 2022

Input Needed: Take Survey on Water Heater Replacement; Register for Focus GroupSan Diego County's proposed Climate Action Plan has identified replacement of gas water heaters in apartment buildings as a goal in the coming years. The Center for Community Energy (CCE) is assisting the County with... Continue Reading

Date posted10/6/2022