Board endorses resolution urging state changes to Ellis Act amid rising evictions

Apr 16, 2025

The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a resolution asking state lawmakers to return more local control over the Ellis Act, citing rising evictions and calls for a state‑level response and local action to protect tenants.

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The San Francisco Board of Supervisors on Tuesday adopted a resolution asking state lawmakers to amend the Ellis Act to return greater local control, a step board members said is needed to curb speculative purchases and no‑fault evictions.

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