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San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.172

Specified capital improvements (San Jose Apartment Rent Ordinance and Tenant Protection Ordinance)

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Operative Text

San Jose Mun. Code Chapter 17.23 § 17.23.172
"Specified Capital Improvements" shall have the meaning provided in Section 17.23.330 .
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Plain English

Section 17.23.172 of the San Jose Municipal Code establishes that the term 'Specified Capital Improvements' carries the definition assigned to it in Section 17.23.330, rather than defining the term independently. This cross-reference means the operative meaning of the phrase—and its practical consequences under the rent regulation framework—must be read in conjunction with that separate section.

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For Property Managers

Under § 17.23.172, the phrase 'Specified Capital Improvements' is not self-defining; compliant operators look to § 17.23.330 to understand which improvement types qualify under that label and what obligations or allowances follow. Property managers administering rent adjustments or petitions tied to capital improvements generally ensure they are applying the definition from the correct cross-referenced section.

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

For Tenants

Section 17.23.172 signals that any rent-related claim involving 'Specified Capital Improvements' depends on the definition found in § 17.23.330, so tenants reviewing a landlord's justification for a rent increase tied to capital improvements would look to that section for the governing criteria. Tenants who believe an improvement has been misclassified under this framework may explore options such as raising the issue before the San Jose rent board or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with the local ordinance.

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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