Oakland

SIGN ORDINANCE/RESTRICTIONS

Do not obstruct any public right of way. For more information contact the Public Works Department at 238-4777. It is the standard that agents do not pull permits for temporary Open House signs.

SPECIAL STUDY ZONE

Yes. Fire Hazard Zones and Earthquake Zones exist within the city of Oakland. For more information contact the Engineering Department for Earthquake Zone information – 238-2259, and the Fire Department for Fire Hazard Zones – 444-1616.

BONDS OR ASSESSMENTS

For information on the special assessment zones, call the Department of Finance – 238-3201. There is a school bond, call The Oakland Public Schools – 836-8582.

RENT CONTROL

See below for the information on the Residential Rent Arbitration Notice Program that would affect rents.

LANDLORD RESPONSIBLITY

There is a Residential Rent Arbitration Notice. It is mandatory that all tenants receive, sign, and file with the City, a copy of this form prior to the transfer of title. If there is no form on file, the new owner will be penalized in adjusting rents for a specific time period and amount allowed. For more information contact the Residential Rent Arbitration Office at 238-3721.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES