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San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.125

Director (San Jose Apartment Rent Ordinance and Tenant Protection Ordinance)

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Operative Text

San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.125
"Director" means the City's Director of the Department of Housing or the Director's designee.
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Plain English

Section 17.23.125 of the San Jose Municipal Code defines 'Director' as the City's Director of the Department of Housing, or anyone that official formally designates to act on their behalf. This definition establishes who holds administrative authority under Chapter 17.23's rent regulation framework. When the code refers to actions or decisions by 'the Director,' it means this person or their authorized representative.

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For Property Managers

Under § 17.23.125, the Director of the Department of Housing—or a designated representative—serves as the administrative authority overseeing Chapter 17.23. Landlords operating under San Jose's rent regulations can expect that official communications, determinations, and rulings issued under this chapter will come from this office or its designee. Keeping correspondence with the Department of Housing organized helps operators maintain a clear record of any Director-level decisions that affect their properties.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Section 17.23.125 identifies the Director of the Department of Housing as the official responsible for administering Chapter 17.23, meaning complaints or inquiries under San Jose's rent regulations are handled by this office or its designee. Tenants who believe their rights under Chapter 17.23 have been violated may consider reaching out to the Department of Housing or a local tenant-rights organization to understand what role the Director plays in any available enforcement or complaint process.

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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