San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.160
Petition (San Jose Apartment Rent Ordinance and Tenant Protection Ordinance)
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"Petition" shall have the meaning provided in Section 2.01.14 of the Regulations.
San Jose Municipal Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.160 establishes that the term "Petition" carries a specific defined meaning, which is found by cross-referencing Section 2.01.14 of the Rent Stabilization Program Regulations rather than being defined within the municipal code itself. This approach ensures that the definition remains consistent across both the code and the implementing regulations. The provision functions as a definitional anchor, directing readers to the authoritative source for understanding what qualifies as a petition under the rent stabilization framework.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 17.23.160, the term "Petition" used throughout San Jose's rent stabilization rules is defined by reference to Section 2.01.14 of the Regulations, not within the municipal code chapter itself. Property owners and managers who encounter petition-related procedures—such as those involving rent adjustments or hardship claims—generally consult Section 2.01.14 to understand precisely what filings or requests qualify as a petition. Staying familiar with that cross-referenced definition helps operators correctly identify and respond to petition processes administered by the City.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
§ 17.23.160 tells renters and anyone navigating San Jose's rent stabilization system that the word "Petition" has a formal meaning defined in Section 2.01.14 of the Regulations, which governs how petitions are understood throughout the program. Knowing this cross-reference matters because petitions are a key mechanism through which tenants may seek rent adjustments or raise certain issues before the City's rent program. Tenants who want to understand their rights around filing or responding to a petition can review Section 2.01.14 directly or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance.
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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