San Francisco Rent Ordinance

The San Francisco Rent Ordinance regulates rental housing to protect tenants from excessive increase and unjust eviction. It limits annual rent increases for many rental units and requires landlords to provide just cause reasons for ending leases. The ordinance aims to balance landlord rights with tenant stability, ensuring affordability and fair treatment in the rental housing market. It applies to most residential properties built before a certain date and is enforced through the Rent Board, which handles disputes and compliance. Overall, it promotes predictable rent increases and safeguards tenants against sudden displacement.