Corte Madera, Cal., Code of Ordinances ch. 5.30 § 5.30.030
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Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to apply to rental or leasing of any housing unit located in a structure or on the same property containing ten or fewer dwelling units.
Section 5.30.030 of the Corte Madera Code of Ordinances carves out an exception to the rent regulations established in Chapter 5.30. Specifically, the rules in that chapter do not apply to any rental housing unit that is located in a building or on a property that contains ten or fewer dwelling units total. This means smaller residential properties fall entirely outside the scope of the chapter's requirements and protections.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 5.30.030, operators of properties with ten or fewer dwelling units on a single structure or parcel are not subject to the requirements of Corte Madera's Chapter 5.30 rent regulations. Compliant operators of larger properties — those with more than ten units — generally confirm their unit count and property configuration to determine whether the chapter's obligations apply to them. Keeping accurate records of the total number of dwelling units on a property is a common practice for establishing whether this exception is relevant.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 5.30.030 establishes that tenants living in buildings or on properties with ten or fewer dwelling units are not covered by the protections found in Corte Madera's Chapter 5.30. Tenants who are uncertain whether their property meets this threshold may benefit from reviewing public property records or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general information. Those who believe their building exceeds the ten-unit threshold and that Chapter 5.30 protections may apply can explore options such as contacting the Town of Corte Madera directly or consulting a tenant advocacy resource.
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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