San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.117
Buyout offer (San Jose Apartment Rent Ordinance and Tenant Protection Ordinance)
Operative Text
"Buyout Offer" shall have the meaning provided in Section 2.01.4 of the Regulations.
San Jose Municipal Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.117 establishes the term 'Buyout Offer' by directing readers to the definition found in Section 2.01.4 of the Regulations. Rather than defining the term within the municipal code itself, this provision functions as a cross-reference, meaning the operative definition lives in the accompanying Regulations. Understanding what constitutes a 'Buyout Offer' under San Jose's rent rules requires consulting that referenced section alongside § 17.23.117.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under San Jose's rent regulations should be aware that § 17.23.117 ties the meaning of 'Buyout Offer' directly to Section 2.01.4 of the Regulations, making that cross-referenced definition the controlling standard. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with both the municipal code provision and the Regulations section it references before initiating any buyout-related discussions with tenants. Keeping current with the full text of Section 2.01.4 of the Regulations is a standard practice for operators seeking to understand their obligations under this framework.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 17.23.117 of the San Jose Municipal Code, the definition of a 'Buyout Offer' — which can affect your rights as a renter — is governed by Section 2.01.4 of the Regulations, and tenants may want to review that section to understand what qualifies as such an offer. San Jose's rent program may provide avenues for tenants to raise concerns about buyout-related conduct, including filing a complaint with the City's rent board or program office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with San Jose's rent regulations can be a useful resource for understanding how § 17.23.117 and its cross-referenced definition apply in practice.
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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