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SCRHA Advocacy Encourages National City Council to Delay Tenant Flood Protections
SCRHA Advocacy Encourages National City Council to Delay Tenant Flood Protections

At a hearing that went to almost 10 PM, the National City Mayor and City Council reviewed potential tenant protections that would go beyond the existing protections in the County Flood Eviction and Rent Cap Moratorium. Public comment included SCRHA, property owners, industry allies, and National... Continue Reading

Date posted02/21/2024


Legislative Update - February 15, 2024
Legislative Update - February 15, 2024

National City to Discuss Additional Tenant Protections on TuesdayWhile no ordinance is being voted on this coming Tuesday, February 20, the National City Council will discuss whether to direct city staff to create a local ordinance to provide additional protections to tenants who were impacted by... Continue Reading

Date posted02/15/2024


Legislative Update - February 8, 2024
Legislative Update - February 8, 2024

Lemon Grove Council Rejects Emergency Mobile Home Rent Control OrdinanceA proposal to enact an emergency rent control ordinance on the city’s lone mobile home park failed Tuesday evening. SCRHA submitted a letter of opposition encouraging the city to explore existing resources for renters... Continue Reading

Date posted02/8/2024


Legislative Update - February 1, 2024
Legislative Update - February 1, 2024

Initial Guidance on County Eviction Moratorium & Rent CapAs SCRHA reported earlier this week the County Board of Supervisors passed a Temporary Eviction Moratorium and Rent Cap Ordinance. It went into effect immediately in affected zip codes and will remain in effect for 60 days. Housing... Continue Reading

Date posted02/1/2024


San Diego Board of Supervisors Approve Eviction Moratorium and Rent Cap
San Diego Board of Supervisors Approve Eviction Moratorium and Rent Cap

Supervisors Pass Package of Flood Response Items; Includes Eviction Moratorium and Rent Cap Continue Reading

Date posted01/30/2024


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