San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.135
Hearing officer (San Jose Apartment Rent Ordinance and Tenant Protection Ordinance)
Operative Text
"Hearing Officer" shall have the meaning provided in Section 2.01.11 of the Regulations.
Section 17.23.135 of the San Jose Municipal Code defines the term "Hearing Officer" by cross-referencing Section 2.01.11 of the Regulations, meaning the definition is not stated here but is incorporated by reference from that separate regulatory provision. In practice, a Hearing Officer is the official designated to conduct formal hearings under the rent regulation framework.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 17.23.135, the term "Hearing Officer" carries the meaning established in Section 2.01.11 of the Regulations, so compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with that cross-referenced definition when preparing for any formal proceeding. Understanding who qualifies as a Hearing Officer helps property owners navigate the administrative hearing process correctly.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 17.23.135 establishes that the "Hearing Officer" role is defined by reference to Section 2.01.11 of the Regulations, which governs who presides over formal rent-related hearings in San Jose. Tenants who have a matter before a Hearing Officer may find it useful to review that cross-referenced definition, and tenant-rights organizations in San Jose can help explain how the hearing process works 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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