San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.131
Guest room (San Jose Apartment Rent Ordinance and Tenant Protection Ordinance)
Operative Text
"Guest Room" shall have the meaning provided in Section 20.200.460 .
Section 17.23.131 of the San Jose Municipal Code establishes that the term 'Guest Room,' as used in the rent regulations chapter, carries the meaning defined in Section 20.200.460 of the municipal code. This cross-reference ensures the term is interpreted consistently with the city's broader zoning and land-use definitions rather than being defined independently within the rent ordinance.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 17.23.131, operators classifying a unit or space as a 'Guest Room' for purposes of the rent regulations should confirm that the space meets the definition set out in Section 20.200.460. Landlords managing properties with rooms that might qualify under that cross-referenced definition should review both provisions together to understand how the rent ordinance applies to those spaces.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 17.23.131 signals that whether a rented space qualifies as a 'Guest Room'—and what protections or exclusions may follow—depends on the definition found in Section 20.200.460. Tenants who believe their room may be classified under this term can review that cross-referenced definition, consult a local tenant-rights organization, or inquire with the San Jose rent board to better understand how the classification affects their situation.
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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