Just-cause eviction in Berkeley, CA

One rule applies, with its citation below.

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Berkeley just cause reaches most fully and partially covered rentals

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Verified on 2026-08-18 — 41 days ago.

Berkeley requires a cause listed in its Rent Ordinance to terminate most covered tenancies, including many newer units, single-family homes, and condominiums outside the local rent ceiling.

Most fully and partially covered rentals receive just-cause protection; narrow owner-shared and historic duplex/ADU exemptions require property-specific review.

Unit counts: 1+ units

Sources

Berkeley Rent Board — Just Cause — Berkeley Municipal Code §13.76.130

Every rule for Berkeley, CA