New Tenants Rights Alert! California just adopted an addition to the habitability requirements for rental units. Can you guess what it is? Comment below if you got it right!

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A little birdie told me that the Berkeley Rent Board is here to serve both landlords and tenants! Help us spread the word about our free Housing Counseling, Mediation services, and Over-the-Phone Interpretation for Berkeley tenants and landlords!

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When life gives you rain... learn about your Habitability Rights as Berkeley tenants! If your home leaks, contact your landlord or property manager ASAP to request repairs in writing. Do not attempt to fix it yourself and contact us if the issue does not get resolved!

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Doe-n't wait, schedule an appointment with a Housing Counselor today! ☺️ bit.ly/BRBHCAppts?ut...

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This week for #TuesdayTenantTrivia we're talking about habitability! As California tenants, you are entitled to hot and cold running water, heat, electricity, garbage containers, safe stairways, and more. Visit our Habitability webpage to see a full list of your rights: rentboard.berkeleyca...

This week for #TuesdayTenantTrivia we're talking about habitability! As California tenants, you are entitled to hot and cold running water, heat, electricity, garbage containers, safe stairways, and more. Visit our Habitability webpage to see a full list of your rights: rentboard.berkeleyca...

We think it's nutty more people don't know about our free mediation services for Berkeley tenants and landlords! Book an appointment with our Housing Counselors and ask about mediation! #Overheard @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social

Eyeing that retro fridge on Facebook Marketplace? Thinking about retiling the bathroom? Be sure to get written permission from your landlord before making any modifications to your rental unit, even ones that would increase the value! #KnowYourRights and follow for #TuesdayTenantTrivia!

It's Tuesday Tenant Trivia! Did you know that you have a right to the interest that accumulates on your security deposit? Landlords are required to pay this annually either by cash or rent rebate by January 31!

Invite your friends to follow @BerkeleyRentBoard to stay informed and empowered!

It's Tuesday and time to test your knowledge of Berkeley's "Just Causes" for evictions! If your unit is fully or partially covered by the Rent Ordinance, you have eviction protections and can only be evicted for one of several specific "Just Causes" or through the Ellis Act. #KnowYourRights

It's Tuesday Tenant Trivia! Did you know Berkeley banned smoking in all multi-unit rental properties in 2014?

Follow @berkeleyrentboard.bsky.social to stay informed and share our housing facts and tips with your neighbors!

#KnowYourRights! Berkeley's Fair Chance Ordinance prohibits landlords from asking prospective tenants about their criminal status or using it in their decision-making process. Follow @berkeleyrentboard on Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky, for Tenant Trivia every Tuesday!