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Rent Board | SF.govSkip to main contentSF.gov MenuServicesGet married in San FranciscoGet a birth certificateFind affordable housingGet a permitReport a problemBuildingBusinessHealthHomelessnessHousingPersonal recordsParkingVolunteeringSee all servicesDepartmentsAssessor-RecorderCity AdministratorDepartment of Building InspectionsDepartment of ElectionsDepartment of Public HealthRent BoardSFGovTVSee all departmentsJobsContactReport a problem Contact City departments for help with servicesContact 311 Customer Service Center Visit usCity HallPermit CenterFind contacts ServicesGet married in San FranciscoGet a birth certificateFind affordable housingGet a permitReport a problemBuildingBusinessHealthHomelessnessHousingPersonal recordsParkingVolunteeringSee all services DepartmentsAssessor-RecorderCity AdministratorDepartment of Building InspectionsDepartment of ElectionsDepartment of Public HealthRent BoardSFGovTVSee all departmentsJobs ContactReport a problem Contact City departments for help with servicesContact 311 Customer Service Center Visit usCity HallPermit CenterFind contactsServicesGet married in San FranciscoGet a birth certificateFind affordable housingGet a permitReport a problemBuildingBusinessHealthHomelessnessHousingPersonal recordsParkingVolunteeringSee all servicesDepartmentsAssessor-RecorderCity AdministratorDepartment of Building InspectionsDepartment of ElectionsDepartment of Public HealthRent BoardSFGovTVSee all departmentsJobsContactReport a problem Contact City departments for help with servicesContact 311 Customer Service Center Visit usCity HallPermit CenterFind contacts ServicesGet married in San FranciscoGet a birth certificateFind affordable housingGet a permitReport a problemBuildingBusinessHealthHomelessnessHousingPersonal recordsParkingVolunteeringSee all services DepartmentsAssessor-RecorderCity AdministratorDepartment of Building InspectionsDepartment of ElectionsDepartment of Public HealthRent BoardSFGovTVSee all departmentsJobs ContactReport a problem Contact City departments for help with servicesContact 311 Customer Service Center Visit usCity HallPermit CenterFind contacts English Español 繁體中文 Filipino Tiếng ViệtSearchSearch MenuServicesGet married in San FranciscoGet a birth certificateFind affordable housingGet a permitReport a problemBuildingBusinessHealthHomelessnessHousingPersonal recordsParkingVolunteeringSee all servicesDepartmentsAssessor-RecorderCity AdministratorDepartment of Building InspectionsDepartment of ElectionsDepartment of Public HealthRent BoardSFGovTVSee all departmentsJobsContactReport a problem Contact City departments for help with servicesContact 311 Customer Service Center Visit usCity HallPermit CenterFind contacts ServicesGet married in San FranciscoGet a birth certificateFind affordable housingGet a permitReport a problemBuildingBusinessHealthHomelessnessHousingPersonal recordsParkingVolunteeringSee all services DepartmentsAssessor-RecorderCity AdministratorDepartment of Building InspectionsDepartment of ElectionsDepartment of Public HealthRent BoardSFGovTVSee all departmentsJobs ContactReport a problem Contact City departments for help with servicesContact 311 Customer Service Center Visit usCity HallPermit CenterFind contactsServicesGet married in San FranciscoGet a birth certificateFind affordable housingGet a permitReport a problemBuildingBusinessHealthHomelessnessHousingPersonal recordsParkingVolunteeringSee all servicesDepartmentsAssessor-RecorderCity AdministratorDepartment of Building InspectionsDepartment of ElectionsDepartment of Public HealthRent BoardSFGovTVSee all departmentsJobsContactReport a problem Contact City departments for help with servicesContact 311 Customer Service Center Visit usCity HallPermit CenterFind contacts ServicesGet married in San FranciscoGet a birth certificateFind affordable housingGet a permitReport a problemBuildingBusinessHealthHomelessnessHousingPersonal recordsParkingVolunteeringSee all services DepartmentsAssessor-RecorderCity AdministratorDepartment of Building InspectionsDepartment of ElectionsDepartment of Public HealthRent BoardSFGovTVSee all departmentsJobs ContactReport a problem Contact City departments for help with servicesContact 311 Customer Service Center Visit usCity HallPermit CenterFind contacts Agency Rent Board Protecting tenants from excessive rent increases and unjust evictions while assuring landlords fair and adequate rents. Visit the Rent Board's Housing Inventory and Fee PortalView information about residential properties, comply with the City’s Housing Inventory requirements, and pay annual Rent Board fees.Go to the PortalThis year's allowed rent increase is 1.6%For covered units, the allowable rent increase effective March 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027 is 1.6%.The Rent Board Housing InventoryIf you own residential property, you are required to report into the Housing Inventory.Rent Board Forms CenterA full list of Rent Board forms. You can file documents by email, mail, or in person.Learn about San Francisco's Rent Ordinance and find out if you're coveredSan Francisco's rental law offers most tenants certain eviction and rent control protections. Learn about the law and what it means for you.Learn about rent increases in San FranciscoUnder the San Francisco Rent Ordinance, a landlord's ability to raise rents is limited in several ways.Understand Evictions in San FranciscoEviction is a legal process. San Francisco's eviction requirements apply to most residential properties, including apartments, houses, condominiums, and single family dwellings.Browse information for tenants and landlordsStay informed on popular topics including security deposits, roommates, owner move-in evictions, Ellis Act evictions, buyouts and much more. NewsSee all newsPress releaseAssessor-Recorder Joaquín Torres to host free financial empowerment eventAugust 7, 2026New Legislation Expands Tenant Protections Related to Residential Demolitions and Major RenovationsJanuary 23, 202

ion for tenants and landlordsStay informed on popular topics including security deposits, roommates, owner move-in evictions, Ellis Act evictions, buyouts and much more. NewsSee all newsPress releaseAssessor-Recorder Joaquín Torres to host free financial empowerment eventAugust 7, 2026New Legislation Expands Tenant Protections Related to Residential Demolitions and Major RenovationsJanuary 23, 202

ion for tenants and landlordsStay informed on popular topics including security deposits, roommates, owner move-in evictions, Ellis Act evictions, buyouts and much more. NewsSee all newsPress releaseAssessor-Recorder Joaquín Torres to host free financial empowerment eventAugust 7, 2026New Legislation Expands Tenant Protections Related to Residential Demolitions and Major RenovationsJanuary 23, 2026Annual Rent Increase for 3/1/26 - 2/28/27 AnnouncedJanuary 14, 2026New Interest Rate for Security Deposits Effective 3/1/26January 9, 2026Update to Algorithmic Devices LawOctober 6, 2025The San Francisco Rent Board has movedMarch 18, 2025 Information Current Rates and FormsCurrent Rates, including Rent Increase, Relocation, Sec. DepositCurrent rent increase rates, relocation payment amounts, security deposit interest rates, and others.Rent Board Forms CenterSee a full list of downloadable forms and rate schedules for tenants and landlords. Many of our forms are also available in Español, 中文, Filipino, and Tiếng Việt. TenantsTenant PetitionsLearn about the different claims a tenant may file at the Rent Board.Request a rent reduction for decreased housing servicesLearn about filing a Decrease in Housing Services tenant petition.Report an unlawful rent increase or request a review of your rent historyIf you believe a rent increase is unlawful or want to know if your current rent is lawful, you may file a petition alleging an unlawful rent increase and/or requesting a determination of the lawful rent.Tenant Financial Hardship ApplicationsRequest deferral of a rent increase or passthrough on the grounds of financial hardship. LandlordsLandlord Petitions and PassthroughsLearn about the different claims a landlord may file to increase a tenant's rent or passthrough costs.Apply to raise rents for capital improvement costsIf you've made capital improvements to a property within the last five years, you can apply to pass through some of the cost to the tenants. Rent Board Fee and Housing InventoryLearn about the Rent Board FeeIf you are an owner of a San Francisco residential dwelling unit or guest unit, you must pay the Rent Board Fee.The Rent Board Housing InventoryIf you own residential property, you are required to report into the Housing Inventory online through the Rent Board Portal. Property owners who have tenants will receive a rent increase license after reporting. Speak with a Rent Board counselorGet help over the phone or in person on Rent Ordinance topics.Speak with a Rent Board counselor Resources Rent Board Statistics and Community ResourcesRent Board Statistics and ReportsFind statistics and reports on Evictions, Buyout Agreements, and other Rent Board filings hereRent Board Referral ListingThe Rent Board cannot refer you to individual attorneys, but staff will be glad to direct you to appropriate resources for advice and assistance.Rent Board Trainings and Community EventsRequest a training or view community events that the Rent Board is participating in. Appeals and RegulationsRent Board CommissionThe Commission considers appeals of Rent Board decisions and enacts Rules and Regulations.Rent Board Laws and RegulationsRules, regulations, and other state and local laws affecting rental property in San Francisco. Request DocumentsHow to review a Rent Board file or request documentsComplete this form to review a file or obtain a duplicate of any document or recording held by the Rent Board. AccessibilityAccessibility Statement for Rent BoardThe Rent Board wants everyone to be able to use this website easily. About We support tenants and landlords in San Francisco by providing information and resources on the Rent Ordinance. This law protects tenants from excessive rent increases and unjust evictions while assuring landlords fair and adequate rents. We also conduct rent arbitrations, mediations, and investigate wrongful evictions.Learn more about usPartner agenciesRent Board Commission Contact information AddressRent Board25 Van Ness Avenue Suite #700 San Francisco, CA 94102Get directionsMonday9:00 am to 4:00 pmTuesday9:00 am to 4:00 pmWednesday9:00 am to 4:00 pmThursday9:00 am to 4:00 pmFriday9:00 am to 4:00 pm PhonePhone Counseling415-252-4600Monday to Friday 9 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 4 pm Email Only for filing documentsrentboard@sfgov.org Request public recordsSubmit requests for the Rent Board. Archived websiteSee previous website archived on Saturday, October 15, 2022. Our CityServicesDepartmentsJobsCity Hall PolicyPrivacy policyDisclaimer Get helpContact the CityReport a problemContact 311Accessibility