San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.1100
Title (San Jose Apartment Rent Ordinance and Tenant Protection Ordinance)
Operative Text
This part shall be known as the "Ellis Act Ordinance."
Section 17.23.1100 of the San Jose Municipal Code establishes the official name of this regulatory framework, designating it the "Ellis Act Ordinance." This title serves as the formal shorthand by which the entire set of rules governing Ellis Act-related rental unit withdrawals in San Jose is identified. When other laws, notices, or official documents reference the "Ellis Act Ordinance," they are referring to the provisions found within this part of Chapter 17.23.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in San Jose should recognize that any official communications, notices, or filings related to withdrawing rental units from the market under state Ellis Act procedures will reference the framework established under § 17.23.1100, known as the "Ellis Act Ordinance." Compliant operators familiarize themselves with this title so they can correctly identify and apply the full set of local rules that accompany any Ellis Act withdrawal process. Understanding the ordinance's name helps ensure that the correct local regulatory chapter is consulted alongside state law.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants in San Jose should be aware that § 17.23.1100 designates the local rules governing Ellis Act unit withdrawals as the "Ellis Act Ordinance," which is the framework that may affect their housing if a landlord seeks to remove rental units from the market. Knowing this official title can help tenants locate the full set of applicable local protections within Chapter 17.23. Tenant-rights organizations and local rent board resources can provide further context on how the Ellis Act Ordinance interacts with a renter's broader rights.
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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