San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.115
Base year (San Jose Apartment Rent Ordinance and Tenant Protection Ordinance)
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"Base Year" shall have the meaning provided in Section 17.23.810.B.
San Jose Municipal Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.115 establishes that the term "Base Year" does not carry an independent definition within this section but instead draws its meaning entirely from Section 17.23.810.B. This cross-reference structure means that wherever "Base Year" appears throughout Chapter 17.23, its interpretation is governed by the definition found in that separate subsection. The provision functions as a definitional anchor, ensuring consistent use of the term across the rent regulation framework.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.115, property owners and managers working with rent calculations or allowable increase determinations should look to Section 17.23.810.B to understand what period qualifies as the "Base Year." Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with that cross-referenced definition before applying any formula or threshold tied to the Base Year concept. Keeping both sections on hand when reviewing rent adjustment documentation helps ensure that calculations rest on the correct foundational definition.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.115 signals that any rent-related right or obligation connected to the "Base Year" concept is defined by reference to Section 17.23.810.B, so tenants reviewing notices or rent increase justifications should consult that subsection to understand the time period being applied. If a rent increase or landlord calculation appears to use an incorrect Base Year, tenants may have grounds to raise that discrepancy through the City's rent program or as a defense in a relevant proceeding. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with San Jose's rent ordinance can help explain how the Base Year definition in § 17.23.810.B applies in various contexts.
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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