Just-cause eviction rules and required relocation assistance explained

Oct 13, 2026

City staff described at-fault and no-fault just-cause evictions and said landlords must provide relocation assistance equal to three months of the tenant's current rent when issuing a no-fault notice under city rules.

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City housing division staff summarized the city's just-cause eviction framework, distinguishing between at-fault evictions—based on tenant actions such as nonpayment, lease violations, property damage or illegal activity—and no-fault evictions that may occur when an owner intends to move in or when a major remodel requires vacancy. The presenter listed examples of at-fault reasons including unauthorized occupants or refusal of lawful entry.

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