Did you Know? The Annual General Adjustment (AGA) that caps rent increases is 3%, effective October 1, 2024, for units subject to the City of Pasadena’s rent control provisions under Article XVIII.
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City of Pasadena Announces New Director of the Rent Stabilization Department
After completing a nationwide search, City Manager Miguel Márquez, upon recommendation of the Pasadena Rental Housing Board, has appointed Helen Morales as the new Director of Pasadena’s Rent Stabilization Department. Morales will oversee a new department established by the Pasadena City Council in December 2023. Her service in Pasadena will begin on July 1, 2024. Morales currently serves in the California Department of Housing and Community Development where she investigates and enforces the California State Preservation Law and the Surplus Land...
The Pasadena Rent Stabilization Department Hosts the March Property Management and Landlord Workshop "Beyond the Basics"
PASADENA, Calif. – March 1, 2024 – The City of Pasadena Rental Stabilization Department is preparing for its educational workshop designed for landlords and property managers. The "Beyond the Basics" workshop is scheduled to take place via Zoom on Tuesday, March 19, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., and registration is highly encouraged. Facilitated by Stephanie Chandler, Esq. of the Housing Rights Center, the workshop provides valuable insights from her extensive legal experience guiding landlords and tenants to comply with...
City of Pasadena Rent Stabilization Department Launches New Website for Landlords and Tenants
PASADENA, Calif. – February 29, 2024 – The City of Pasadena Rent Stabilization Department is pleased to announce the official launch of its new website. This website serves as a central hub of information for both landlords and tenants in the Pasadena area. Easy Access to Information: Comprehensive FAQs: Find answers to frequently asked questions about rent stabilization regulations and procedures, all conveniently located in one place. Essential Forms: Download the necessary forms needed for rent stabilization purposes, readily available...
Rental Board Releases New Forms, Section 8 and Government-Subsidized Rental Housing Guidance, Spanish Language Forms and Materials Online
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 12, 2023 Media Contact: Suzanne Madison, Allegra Consulting, suzanne@allegraconsulting.net Rental Board Releases New Forms, Section 8 and Government-Subsidized Rental Housing Guidance Spanish language forms and materials online PASADENA, CA—The Pasadena Rental Housing Board (PRHB) has released a much-anticipated letter to clarify frequently asked questions by tenants and property managers around government-subsidized rental housing and protections under the Fair and Equitable Housing Charter Amendment. The guidance is to assist landlords, tenants, and other stakeholders in determining which...
Pasadena Rental Housing Board to Offer SECOND Landlord and Property Management Workshop
OCTOBER 18, 2023 Media Contact: Allison Henry, At-Large Member, Pasadena Rental Housing Board (626) 376-5048 ahenry.prhb@gmail.com Pasadena Rental Housing Board to Offer SECOND Landlord and Property Management Workshop The next webinar is scheduled for October 24th PASADENA, CA—Over 160 attendees joined the Pasadena Rental Housing Board’s first public workshop, Unlocking Success, on Wednesday night. But acknowledging audio issues experienced by the presenter, the Pasadena Rental Housing Board will offer a second online workshop for landlords and property managers on Tuesday,...
October Workshops Are First Pasadena Rental Housing Board Community Engagement Events
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 12, 2023 Media Contact: Allison Henry, At-Large Member, Pasadena Rental Housing Board 626 376 5048 ahenry.prhb@gmail.com October Workshops Are First Pasadena Rental Housing Board Community Engagement Events Rent Control Workshops Open to the Public PASADENA, CA—The Pasadena Rental Housing Board will be hosting its first set of workshops for landlords and property managers and one for tenants. The Pasadena Fair and Equitable Housing Charter Amendment has been in effect since December 22, 2023, but a...
Measure H Landlord and Tenant Workshop Dates Updated, Community Invited to Attend
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 Media Contact: Allison Henry, At-Large Member, Pasadena Rental Housing Board (626) 376-5048 ahenry.prhb@gmail.com Measure H Landlord and Tenant Workshop Dates Updated, Community Invited to Attend PASADENA, CA—Continuing its work to implement voter-passed the Pasadena Fair and Equitable Housing Charter Amendment, the Pasadena Rental Housing Board (PRHB) and subject matter experts are hosting two upcoming ninety-minute workshops where landlords and tenants will learn about their rights and responsibilities under the new law. Unlocking Success is...
New Forms Released to Support Property Owners and Tenants with New Regulations
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 Media Contact: Allison Henry, At-Large Member, Pasadena Rental Housing Board (626) 376-5048 New Forms Released to Support Property Owners and Tenants with New Regulations PASADENA, CA – Tenants who previously reported that their landlords have not honored the rent rollback authorized by the Pasadena Fair and Equitable Housing Charter Amendment can now utilize forms created and approved by the Pasadena Rental Housing Board (PRHB) to request rent rollbacks and notify their landlords of rent...