March 3, 2017

Housing Topics

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Condo Conversions

Condominium (also known as “condo”) conversion refers to the conversion of multi-family rental units from…

Ellis Act

The Ellis Act, adopted in 1985, establishes limits on how cities can regulate the way…

Mother and children

Fair Housing

Federal Law Under federal law, it is illegal to discriminate in the sale or rental…

Homelessness

According to the 2019 Santa Clara County Homeless Census and Survey (also known as the Homeless Point-in-Time Count),…

Mobile homes

Mobilehomes

Mobilehomes are often a source of naturally affordable housing.  Mobilehome park residents often own their…

Electric vehicle charging stations

Reach Codes

Reach codes are building codes that reduce the emission of greenhouse gases and improve air…

Soft-Story Buildings

Soft-story building construction is a term used to describe low-rise, multi-story, wood-frame apartment structures with…