The Housing Elements process is a once-in-8-years chance to reform our segregationist land-use patterns, and instead ensure all Californians can access great jobs, vital services, high-performing schools, healthy environments, wealth-building opportunities, and increased housing stability. New state laws put teeth into the Housing Element update process, but enforcement at the local level is necessary to make sure cities meet their commitments.
In this training, you will learn how how to effectively be a “watchdog” as cities are undergoing their Housing Element updates. Speakers will provide an overview of how to evaluate Housing Elements, spot problems, and how to advocate to remedy violations of Fair Housing law.
Hosted by the Campaign for Fair Housing Elements and partner organizations including YIMBY Law, YIMBY Action, CA YIMBY, East Bay for Everyone, and Palo Alto Forward.
https://www.fairhousingelements.org/
Fair Rents, Fair Bills: Understanding Rent & Utility Regulations
JOIN US VIRTUALLY ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH 12PM
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.