This resolution expresses the Board of Supervisors' intention to enhance local rent control protections if the Costa-Hawkins Act is repealed in the upcoming ballot measure on November 5, 2024. It is a proactive step to prepare for potential changes in rent control laws.
Resolution declaring the Board of Supervisors intent to expand local rent control protections to go into effect if the Costa-Hawkins Act is repealed via ballot measure on November 5, 2024.
How it got here
The legislation originated from a need to address local rent control issues in San Francisco, prompted by the limitations imposed by the Costa-Hawkins Act.
The Board adopted Board File No. 240684, supporting a statewide proposition to repeal the Costa-Hawkins Act, which limits local rent control.
The Board prepared a resolution declaring intent to expand local rent control protections contingent on the repeal of the Costa-Hawkins Act.
The Board adopted the resolution to expand local rent control protections, which will take effect if the Costa-Hawkins Act is repealed.
The Mayor returned the resolution unsigned, which means it became effective without her approval due to the time limit.
Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record
