San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.112
Annual general increase (San Jose Apartment Rent Ordinance and Tenant Protection Ordinance)
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"Annual General Increase" shall have the meaning provided in Section 17.23.310 .
San Jose Municipal Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.112 establishes that the term "Annual General Increase" carries a specific defined meaning, which is set out in full under Section 17.23.310 of the same chapter. This provision functions as a cross-reference, ensuring that whenever "Annual General Increase" appears throughout Chapter 17.23, it is interpreted consistently according to that single definition. The actual substance of what qualifies as an Annual General Increase—and how it is calculated or applied—is governed by Section 17.23.310.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under San Jose's rent regulations should treat § 17.23.112 as a pointer to Section 17.23.310, where the operative definition of "Annual General Increase" is fully spelled out. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with Section 17.23.310 to understand the scope and limits of any annual general rent increase they may apply. Relying on § 17.23.112 alone, without consulting Section 17.23.310, would leave the practical meaning of this term unresolved.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
For tenants living in units covered by San Jose Municipal Code Chapter 17.23, § 17.23.112 signals that any reference to an "Annual General Increase" in notices or communications from a landlord draws its meaning from Section 17.23.310. If a tenant believes a rent increase has been applied incorrectly or exceeds what the definition in Section 17.23.310 permits, general enforcement paths include raising the issue with the San Jose Rent Registry or a local tenant-rights organization. Understanding how § 17.23.112 connects to Section 17.23.310 can help tenants evaluate whether an increase is consistent with the city's rent regulations.
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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