Managing Evictions (For Landlords)

Understanding Evictions in Oakland

The Understanding Evictions in Oakland page provides important information about the city's eviction laws, including the requirement for "Just Cause" when ending a tenancy.

Start the Eviction Process

To begin the eviction process, a property owner must first serve the tenant a notice of eviction or a notice terminating tenancy.

On January 16, 2018, the City of Oakland passed the Uniform Relocation Ordinance to establish an uniform schedule of relocation payments which are now extended to tenants evicted when the owner or qualifying relative moves in.

End of Business' Eviction Process (Ellis Act)

The Ellis Act Ordinance allows property owners to withdraw rental units from the market, ending tenancy for all tenants.

Read the Just Cause for Eviction Ordinance

The Just Cause for Eviction Ordinance prohibits a property owner from terminating a tenancy without good or just cause.

Measure Y - Just Cause Amendment

The Just Cause for Eviction Ordinance (“Ordinance”) generally prohibits landlords from evicting tenants from residential rental units covered by the Ordinance without specified just cause grounds.

No Fault Eviction

If a tenant is evicted for an owner/relative move-in or for repairs, the property owner must file specific certifications with the Rent Adjustment Program to ensure compliance with no-fault eviction regulations.

Serve the Notice to Tenants of Move-Out Negotiation Rights

Provide a copy of the Notice to Tenants of Move Out Negotiation Rights before starting move out negotiations.

File a No Fault Eviction Form

Property owners must file the Certificate of No-Fault Eviction within 30 days of the tenant vacating the unit.