Fair Rents, Fair Bills: Understanding Rent & Utility Regulations

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Join us for a learning session about San José’s Rent Stabilization Program and possible updates to the city’s rules on how utilities are billed in rental housing (known as Ratio Utility Billing Services, or RUBS).

We’ll break down:

  • What rent stabilization means
  • How RUBS works
  • And what these proposed changes could mean for renters and housing providers

You’ll also learn how to share your feedback and get involved as the city considers these updates and how it can impact you.

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July 30, 2025

Applications Now Open for Sunnyvale’s Ira D. Hall Housing

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Ira D. Hall Square, a new 176-unit affordable housing community in Sunnyvale, is now accepting applications. With homes reserved for low-income families and individuals exiting homelessness, this project is a major step forward for inclusive housing.

We’re thrilled to announce that applications are now open for Ira D. Hall Square, a new 176-unit affordable housing community in Sunnyvale developed by MidPen Housing. The property offers a mix of studios, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments for individuals and families earning between 30% and 70% of the Area Median Income (AMI). Notably, 45 apartments will be filled through referrals from the Office of Supportive Housing, and 30 through the Housing Authority of Santa Clara County—ensuring this community serves those most in need.

Ira D. Hall Square is designed to provide long-term stability for low-income families and individuals, including those exiting homelessness. With on-site resident services and a location directly across from the Lawrence Caltrain station, the project offers residents access to both support and opportunity in the heart of Sunnyvale.

We applaud MidPen Housing for bringing this project to completion on an efficient timeline and are excited to see their next two Sunnyvale developments—1171 Sonora Court and 295 South Mathilda Avenue—continue to expand affordable housing options in the city.

If you or someone you know may qualify, be sure to apply or help spread the word—applications close Monday, August 4 at 5:00 PM!