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City Specific Notices:

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For Immediate Use

The following forms are for use in the City of Oakland and Alameda County until further notice (Aug. 2022):

Three Day Notice to Perform Covenants (Alameda County and City of Oakland)
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Three Day Notice to Perform Covenants (Alameda County and City of Oakland) - Proof of Service
(for use after serving Three Day Notice to Perform Covenants - located above)
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Three Day Notice to Pay Rent (Alameda County and City of Oakland)
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Three Day Notice to Pay Rent (Alameda County and City of Oakland) - Proof of Service
(for use after serving Three Day Notice to Pay Rent (Alameda County and City of Oakland - located above)
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Other Immediate Use Forms
(please read form descriptions carefully, as the following forms are county specific):

FORM Notice to Pay Rent or Surrender CONTRA COSTA COUNTY ONLY - Rev. July 2022
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To be in California state compliance this form must be served to renters residing in Contra Costa County as soon as possible if they have back owed rent accruing between October 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022.
This form does not supersede the 3-day notice that we currently have on our website. Serving 3-day notices is prohibited in some cities/counties. Please reach out to us if you have questions about serving a form.

2022 Applications for Governmental Rental Assistance Notice - OAKLAND/ALAMEDA COUNTY - Rev. April 2022
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To be in California state compliance, housing providers with properties in Oakland or Alameda County should serve this notice to renters with back owed rent accruing between October 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022.
This form is exclusively for housing providers with properties in Alameda County.

City-specific Notices
Alameda: City-specific Notices

Residential Rental Agreement - Alameda (Rev. January 2022)
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​Alameda Smoking Ordinance Disclosure
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Pocket Guide to the Alameda Rent Program - Landlords
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Pocket Guide to the Alameda Rent Program - Tenants
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ALAMEDA: OWNER FORMS

ALAMEDA: TENANT FORMS


Hayward: City-specific Notices

HAYWARD: RENT INCREASE NOTICE

HAYWARD: RENT RESOURCES


San Leandro: City-specific Notices

SAN LEANDRO RENT REVIEW PROGRAM

SAN LEANDRO NOTICE TO TENANTS REGARDING RENT INCREASES


Oakland: City-Specific Notices

Banking Calculator 2019-2020 - Oakland
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Banking Calculation Instructions - Oakland
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Notice to Cease - For Use in Oakland (Rev. March 2019)
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Petition for Approval of Rent Increase For Increases Above CPI - Oakland (Rev. Jan 2017)
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Rent Levels and Rent Regulations (Rev. August 2021)
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​​Required vs. Recommended Disclosures Addenda - Oakland
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Residential Rental Agreement - Oakland (Rev. January 2022)
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Tenant Protection Ordinance TPO Notice - Oakland (English) (Rev. October 2020)
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Tenant Protection Ordinance TPO Notice - Oakland (Chinese) (Rev. October 2020)
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Tenant Protection Ordinance TPO Notice - Oakland (Spanish) (Rev. October 2020)
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Three Day Notice to Pay or Quit - For Use in Oakland (Rev. 2019)
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Three Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit - Oakland Instructions (Rev. May 2019)
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Oakland: Rent Adjustment Program

Notice to Tenant of RAP - Three Languages (Rev. October 2021)
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OAKLAND RAP - MORE INFORMATION


Oakland: Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance (Ordinance No. 13581)

City of Oakland Fair Chance Letter to Rental Property Owners (Rev. May 2020)
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​​Fair Chance Notice to Rental Property Owners​
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Fair Chance Notice to Applicants and Tenants
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Fair Chance Housing Ordinance - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
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​​Oakland City Council - Fair Chance Access to Housing Ordinance No. 13581 C.M.S. (Rev. January 2020)
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Fair Chance Notice to Renters Postcard
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Oakland: Tenant Move-Out Agreement Ordinance

​Pre-Move Out Disclosure Certification Form - Chinese - 2020 (Rev. July 2020)
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Pre-Move Out Disclosure Certification Form - English - 2021 (Rev. August 2021)
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​Pre-Move Out Disclosure Certification Form - Spanish - 2020 (Rev. July 2020)
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Pre-Move Out Negotiation Disclosure Form - Chinese - 2019 (Rev. July 2019)
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Pre-Move Out Negotiation Disclosure Form - English - 2021 (Rev. August 2021)
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​Pre-Move Out Negotiation Disclosure Form - Spanish​ - 2019 (Rev. July 2019)
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Oakland: Capital Improvements

Oakland Petition for Approval of Rent Increase For Increases Above CPI (Rev. January 2017)
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Richmond: City-specific Notices

Residential Rental Agreement - Richmond (Rev. January 2022)
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RICHMOND COVID-19 INFORMATION/AB 3088 FORMS AVAILABLE HERE

RICHMOND RENT PROGRAM

RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR RICHMOND LANDLORDS

Vacancy & Application Process

Checklist - Basic Forms for Beginning a New Tenancy (Rev. April 2012)
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Checklist - Basic Forms for Beginning a New Tenancy - Oakland (Rev. April 2012)
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Notice of Adverse Action (Rev. February 2012)
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Notice of Adverse Action - Guarantor (Rev. February 2012)
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Notice of Conditional Acceptance (Rev. October 2011)
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Offer to Rent or Lease Holding Deposit & Acceptance (Rev. 2017)
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Receipt for Applicant Screening (Rev. October 2011)
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Residential Rental Application (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Residential Rental Application - Oakland Fair Chance Compliant (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Fair Chance Notice to Rental Property Owners​
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Fair Chance Notice to Applicants and Tenants
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Fair Chance Notice to Renters Postcard
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Sample Rental Standards(Reviewed - October 2021)
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Rental & Parking Agreements

Guarantee of Rental or Lease Agreement (Rev. November 2011)
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Parking Agreement (Rev. 2017)
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Residential Rental Agreement - Alameda (Rev. January 2022)
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Residential Rental Agreement - California (Rev. January 2022)
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Residential Rental Agreement - Oakland (Rev. January 2022)
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Residential Rental Agreement - Richmond (Rev. January 2022
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Addenda

Addenda Exhibits and Disclosures Incorporated Into Agreement (Rev. January 2022)
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Asbestos Disclosure Addendum (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Bed Bug Addendum - Addendum G (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Carbon Monoxide Detection Device Addendum (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Covenants Conditions and Restrictions CCR's (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Crime Free Housing Addendum (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Disclosure of Lead Based Paint - Known Problem (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Disclosure of Lead Based Paint - No Known Problem (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Family Child Care Home Provider Addendum (Revised - February 2023)
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HUD Fair Housing Disclosures - English (Rev. June 2011)
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HUD Fair Housing Disclosures - Spanish (Rev. June 2011)
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​Insurance Information Addendum​ (Reviewed - October 2021)
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​Lead Booklet
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Mold Booklet - Information on Dampness and Mold for Renters in California (Rev. January 2022)
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Mold and Maintenance of Premises - Addendum H (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Move In Move Out Checklist - Addendum A (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Non-Smoking Addendum - 2017 (Reviewed - October 2021)
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​Notice of Periodic Pest Control - Addendum F (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Open Flame and Cooking Device Addendum (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Pet, Service or Assistance Animal Addendum - Addendum B (Rev. January 2022)
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Pool, Spa & Hot Tub Rules - Addendum D (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Rental Agreement Addendum (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Required vs. Recommended Disclosures Addenda - California
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Required vs. Recommended Disclosures Addenda - Oakland
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Resident Environmental Advisory Guidelines (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Residential Environmental Hazards Guide for Homeowners, Buyers, and Tenants - Addendum E (Rev. January 2011)
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Rules and Regulations - Addendum C (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Satellite Dish and or Antenna Agreement (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Spare the Air Addendum (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Statewide Notice of Exemption AB 1482 (Rev. 2020)
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Statewide Rent Control Lease Addendum (Rev. 2020)
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Waiver and Release of Liability and Indemnity Agreement
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Waterbed Agreement Addendum(Reviewed - October 2021)
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Raising Rent

30 Day Notice of Change of Monthly Rent (Reviewed - October 2021)
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60 Day Notice of Change of Monthly Rent (Reviewed - October 2021)
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90 Day Notice of Change of Monthly Rent (Reviewed - October 2021)
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Oakland - Banking Calculator 2019-2020
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Oakland - Banking Calculation Instructions
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Oakland - Petition for Approval of Rent Increase Above CPI (Rev. January 2017)
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Statewide Rent Control Lease Addendum (Rev. 2020)
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Move-Out Process

Acknowledgement by Owner of Receipt of Notice to Vacate by Resident (Rev. November 2011)
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Itemized Disposition of Security Deposit (Rev. 2013)
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Move-In Move-Out Checklist - Addendum A (Rev. 2017)
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Notice of Non-Renewal of Lease (Rev. 2013)
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Notice of Resident Intent to Vacate(Rev. November 2011)
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Notice of Resident Intent to Vacate - Domestic Violence​ (Rev. November 2011)
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Notice of Resident Option to Request Initial Inspection (Rev. 2013)
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Post-Tenancy Payment Plan Agreement (Rev. November 2011)
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​Wear and Tear vs. Damages Chart​
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Operational Notices

Change of Tenant Agreement (Sub-Tenant(s))(Rev. July 2019)
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Inspection Checklist (Rev. November 2011)
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Maintenance Request (Rev. November 2011)
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Notice of Change of Terms of Tenancy (Rev. November 2011)
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Notice of Dishonored Check and Demand For Payment (Rev. November 2011)
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Notice of Intent to Enter Rental Premises​ ​(Rev. November 2011)
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Notice to Cease - For Use in Oakland(Rev. March 2019)
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Notice to Cease - For Use in Richmond (Rev. January 2017)
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​Proof of Service (Rev. November 2011)
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Residents Certification of Terms - Estoppel (Rev. November 2011)
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Towing Notice (Rev. November 2011)
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​Transfer of Security Deposit​ ​(Rev. November 2011)
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Termination Notices​

Notice of Belief of Abandonment (Rev. 2013)
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Notice of Right to Reclaim Abandoned Property (Rev. 2013)
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​Notice of Termination of Tenancy (Rev. 2013)
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​Notice to Cease For Use in Oakland(Rev. March 2019)
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Notice to Cease For Use in Richmond(Rev. January 2017)
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Premature Lease Termination Agreement (Rev. November 2011)
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Three Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit - General - Instructions (Rev. May 2019)
​DO NOT USE IN CITY OF OAKLAND OR ALAMEDA COUNTY UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Please refer to the Immediate Use section at the top of this page for the correct form.
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Three Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit - General (Rev. 2019)
DO NOT USE IN CITY OF OAKLAND OR ALAMEDA COUNTY UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
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Three Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit For Use in Oakland (Rev. 2019)
DO NOT USE IN CITY OF OAKLAND OR ALAMEDA COUNTY UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
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Three Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit - Oakland - Instructions (Rev. May 2019)
DO NOT USE IN CITY OF OAKLAND OR ALAMEDA COUNTY UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Please refer to the Immediate Use section at the top of this page for the correct form.
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Three Day Notice to Perform Covenants or Quit (Rev. 2019)
DO NOT USE IN CITY OF OAKLAND OR ALAMEDA COUNTY UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
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