San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.145
Multiple dwelling (San Jose Apartment Rent Ordinance and Tenant Protection Ordinance)
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"Multiple Dwelling" means a multiple dwelling as that term is defined and used in Title 20 of this Code and includes all units subject to Part 8 of Chapter 17.20 .
San Jose Municipal Code § 17.23.145 establishes what qualifies as a 'Multiple Dwelling' for purposes of Chapter 17.23 by cross-referencing the definition already set out in Title 20 of the Municipal Code. The term also expressly covers all rental units that fall under Part 8 of Chapter 17.20, which governs certain residential rent regulations. In effect, this provision ties together two separate parts of the city code so that the same category of housing is treated consistently across both frameworks.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating residential buildings in San Jose should be aware that § 17.23.145 links the definition of 'Multiple Dwelling' to Title 20 and to Part 8 of Chapter 17.20, meaning obligations under Chapter 17.23 may apply to any property that meets either of those cross-referenced standards. Operators of multi-unit residential properties generally review both Title 20 and Chapter 17.20 to confirm whether their buildings fall within this defined category. Understanding this cross-reference helps ensure that compliance efforts under the rent regulation framework are applied to the correct set of units.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 17.23.145, tenants living in buildings that qualify as a 'Multiple Dwelling'—as that term is defined in Title 20 and extended by Part 8 of Chapter 17.20—may be entitled to the protections that Chapter 17.23 provides. If there is uncertainty about whether a particular building meets this definition, tenants can inquire with the San Jose Department of Housing or a local tenant-rights organization for general information. Knowing whether a residence falls within this definition can be a relevant factor when evaluating available rights or raising a potential violation before the appropriate city body.
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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