Consideration of the Rent Stabilization
Program Beyond December 31, 2026
October 19, 2026
ATTACHMENT No. 3
Purpose:
Consider the Continued Operations of the Rent Stabilization Program & Progress Updates
Objective:
• Key Progress Updates
• Review consideration options for extending the Rent Stabilization Program beyond December 31, 2026
Purpose
Since implementation of Ordinance No. 4359 (January 1, 2026), the City has continued to administer the Rent Stabilization Program. The following provides an overview of key program activities and outcomes. • Community Engagement
• Customer Service
• Notice of Exemptions
• Unlawful Detainer Notices
• Tenant & Landlord Petitions
• Mediation Program
Progress Updates
Community Engagement
Customer Service
Notice of Exemptions
Unlawful Detainer Notices
Tenant & Landlord Petitions
Mediation Program
The City Council will consider the following options regarding the future of the City’s Rent Stabilization Program and the continuation of tenant protections established under Ordinance No. 4359.
• Option One – Continue Ordinance No. 4359 beyond December 31, 2026
• Option Two – Continue Ordinance 4359 beyond December 31, 2026 and Establish a Rental Registry
• If no action is taken to extend or modify Ordinance No. 4359 – Ordinance will expire on December 31,2026
Options for Continued Operations
Rental Registry - Benefits
Rental Registry – Software Comparison
Option One – Continue Ordinance No. 4359
• Total estimated annual cost is $578,076 to administer the Rent Stabilization program
• The remaining FY 2026-27 (January – June) General Fund impact is $273,801
Option Two – Continue Ordinance No. 4359 & Establish Rental Registry
• Total estimated annual cost is $632,256 to administer the Rent Stabilization program
• The remaining FY 2026-27 (January – June) General Fund impact is $355,401
Financial Impact
Next Steps
If Option One is approved, Ordinance No. 4359 will continue beyond December 31, 2026
If Option Two is approved, Ordinance No. 4359 will continue beyond December 31, 2026 and staff will return to Council with the necessary Amendment to Ordinance 4359
If no action is taken to extend or modify Ordinance No. 4359, Ordinance will expire on December 31,2026
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