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Legislative Update - January 25, 2024
Legislative Update - January 25, 2024

Emergencies Trigger Anti-Price Gouging Rules, 10% Cap on Rent IncreasesRent increases are limited to no more than 10%, even for properties exempt from statewide rent caps. Governor Newsom’s proclamation is in place until February 22, 2024. SCRHA will notify members if this end date is... Continue Reading

Date posted01/25/2024


Emergency Declarations - City of San Diego & San Diego County
Emergency Declarations - City of San Diego & San Diego County

Mother nature can be unpredictable but being prepared can make things easier and knowing where to access resources helps bring peace of mind. Continue Reading

Date posted01/23/2024


Legislative Update - January 18, 2024
Legislative Update - January 18, 2024

County of San Diego Hosting Workshop on MEHKO ProgramThe County of San Diego recently made the existing MEHKO pilot program permanent. The Department of Environmental Health and Quality (DEHQ) is hosting a training on the Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation (MEHKO) program. This training will... Continue Reading

Date posted01/18/2024


Legislative Update - January 11, 2024
Legislative Update - January 11, 2024

Members Reporting Resurgence of Drive-By LawsuitsAs SCRHA reported last week, members are reporting that disability-related drive-by lawsuits against multifamily properties have resurfaced in the region. These lawsuits have been a problem for rental properties and other businesses for many years.... Continue Reading

Date posted01/11/2024


Legislative Update - January 4, 2024
Legislative Update - January 4, 2024

Alert: Drive-By Lawsuits ReemergingSCRHA members have recently reported that disability-related drive-by lawsuits against multifamily properties have resurfaced in the region. These lawsuits have been a problem for rental properties and other businesses over the years. They often peak in one year... Continue Reading

Date posted01/4/2024


Legislative Update - December 21, 2023
Legislative Update - December 21, 2023

2024 FORMS UPDATE! Reminder: The following notifications must be in the rental agreement effective January 1, 2024 for rental properties in the City of San Diego: Exemption Notification for Tenant Protection Ordinance (for tenancies commenced or renewed on or after January 1). This notification... Continue Reading

Date posted12/21/2023


2024 Forms Update
2024 Forms Update

New and updated forms to help members comply with approaching legal requirements are now available. Fortunately, SCRHA was able to defeat dozens of bad bills and minimize the need for new forms. List of New or Updated Forms: Updated – Form #200SD and #200SD SFR City of San Diego... Continue Reading

Date posted12/13/2023


Legislative Update - December 7, 2023
Legislative Update - December 7, 2023

Chula Vista Council to Receive Staff Report on TPO UpdatesWhile no action will be taken next week, the city council will receive a report from city staff on December 12 regarding changes to the city’s Tenant Protection Ordinance (TPO) that will be required to comply with state law. SB 567... Continue Reading

Date posted12/7/2023


Help Us Help You! Testimony on COVID Eviction Moratorium Needed
Help Us Help You! Testimony on COVID Eviction Moratorium Needed

Defend the Industry, Property Rights, Your Contracts, and More! Help SCRHA with its Lawsuit Against San Diego County Continue Reading

Date posted11/29/2023


Legislative Update - November 22, 2023
Legislative Update - November 22, 2023

SCRHA’s Lucinda Lilley Comments: Eviction Rates in San Diego Back to Pre-Pandemic NumberAccording to the article, in San Diego County, eviction filings peaked at more than 1,000 in October 2022, and this year have see-sawed closer to their pre-pandemic average of 723 a month. In some... Continue Reading

Date posted11/22/2023


Legislative Update - November 16, 2023
Legislative Update - November 16, 2023

Were you injured by The County of San Diego’s 2021 COVID eviction moratorium?The Association needs your help in its ongoing lawsuit aiming to help landlords recover damages and stop future eviction bans from being implemented. Nearly two years ago, we filed suit in federal court challenging... Continue Reading

Date posted11/16/2023


Former Democrat leaders oppose lawsuit blocking taxpayer protection initiative
Former Democrat leaders oppose lawsuit blocking taxpayer protection initiative

Former Democrat Legislative Leaders Submit Amicus Opposing Lawsuit to Block Taxpayer Protection Act from Voters Continue Reading

Postedby Molly Kirkland
Date posted11/16/2023