Talk to your tenants like people. SCA 2, introduced by Senators Ben Allen and Scott Wiener, would, if approved by voters statewide, repeal Article XXXIV (34) of the California Constitution, which requires voter approval for publicly financed affordable housing developments. This bill modifies language and rules put into place by the COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act 2Assem. Sess.) Housing … § 20. Assem. THE ALBERTA GAZETTE, PART II, JANUARY 15, 2021 AR 286/2020 FORESTS;MINES AND MINERALS;PUBLIC HIGHWAYS DEVELOPMENT;PUBLIC LANDS - 1013 - 15 Section 28(a) is amended by striking out “furnished under this Part” and substituting “provided under section 27”. § 20. The Legislature will reconvene after the holidays on January 4, 2021, and SPUR will continue to track bills that are introduced and work on its legislative priorities for 2021. Landlords, she said, have gone without rent for many months. . Alberta continues to restrict gatherings during stage 1 of relaunchto protect Albertans’ health and limit the spread of COVID-19. But, the Act adds Civil Code section 1942.5.5 which prohibits a landlord from “charg[ing] a tenant, or attempt[ing] to collect from a tenant, fees assessed for late payment of COVID-19 rental debt or interest on COVID-19 rental debt.” 20Assem. Bill No. This form describes the notices of the Tenant Protection Act of 2019 on page 1. SB 10, introduced by Senator Wiener, would allow cities to adopt an ordinance to zone any parcel of land for up to 10 units of housing if it is located in a transit-rich or jobs-rich area or is an urban infill site. AB 16, another bill introduced by Assemblymember Chiu, has intent language to deal with the long-term financial impacts of the pandemic on tenants, small landlords and affordable housing providers. 1(Assem. SB 7 by President Pro Tem Atkins would extend through 2024 the Jobs and Economic Improvement Through Environmental Leadership Act of 2011, which provides expedited judicial review of CEQA challenges for projects that meet defined environmental and labor requirements. § 20 (emphasis added). Leduc, Alta. Read them all the way to the end, because the notices that impact you most are likely the changes to the 25% rule, the COVID-19-related financial distress rules and the changes to the notice requirements. Bill No. However, to evict based on any of these other terms, the landlord likely needs to waive any claim for the COVID-19 related debts so that they can assert without doubt that the eviction is not based (even in part) on the nonpayment of debts. March 15, 2021. Proc., § 1161, subd. The COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act of 2020 made those requirements even more strict, and now they raise the bar again! I am not presently admitted to the State Bar of California and do not have license to practice law. The tenant likely is without assets like real property that you could levy. IV, Sec. 15 (2021-2022 Reg. 16Assem. What are you going to do besides take them to court and get a judgment? Bill No. Among other provisions, the bill would extend the moratorium on evictions for nonpayment of rent from January 31, 2021 to December 31, 2021, as long as tenants pay at least 25% of the rent due. (add to calendar) 2022 Jan. 1 Statutes take effect (Art. My name is Jared Clemence. Revenue sources include state adoption of the federal Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income, which taxes certain intellectual property generated overseas. Most statutory language is provided as a guide, so modifications or alterations are usually permitted as long as the statute does not expressly state a strict adherence and the altered text conveys the same factual information. § 6. Bill No. Water Conservation and Drought Planning. 8(c)). These dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check back regularly for updates. Assembly Bill (AB) 1668 and Senate Bill (SB) 606-May 31, 2018 AB 1668 and SB 606 build on Governor Brown’s ongoing efforts to make water conservation a way of life in California and create a new foundation for long-term improvements in water conservation and drought planning. AB 1561 (Assembly Member Cristina Garcia and Tim Grayson) – Housing Entitlement Extension extends by 18 months the period for the expiration, effectuation or utilization of a housing entitlement that was issued before, and was in effect on, March 4, 2020, and that will expire before Dec. 31, 2021. Note, the notice that landlords provide to tenants still says that “Your landlord may require you to submit a new declaration form for each rental payment that you do not pay . 15 (2021-2022 Reg. Assem. The Tenant Stabilization Act of 2021 makes strict changes to the notice requirements. This gives the legislature ten days to make up their minds on whether these new rules should take effect. A tenant has until December 31, 2021 to pay at least 25% of all COVID-19 related debts. 15 (2021-2022 Reg. Under the old rules, the landlord had to provide the tenant with statutory language. SB 3 would only extend those protections through March. [ Approved by Governor September 29, 2006. o Landlords may begin to recover this debt on March 1, 2021. o Extends notice period for nonpayment of rent from 3 to 15 days to provide tenant additional time to respond to landlord’s notice to pay rent … Sess.) This amount can be paid monthly or in a lump sum prior to July 1, 2021. ACA 1, introduced by Cecilia Aguiar-Curry, Chair of the Assembly Local Government Committee, along with Assemblymembers Lorena Gonzalez, David Chiu and 12 coauthors, would lower the voter approval requirement for local special taxes and general obligation bonds for affordable housing and public infrastructure from two-thirds to 55%. Summary: Requires employers to alert employees that they might have been exposed to a worker who tested positive for COVID-19. Bill No. Note: This bill has not yet passed. 5Code Civ. (add to calendar) Jan. 3 Legislature reconvenes (J.R. 51(a)(4)). Existing law, until February 1, 2021, prohibits a landlord from bringing an action for unlawful detainer based on a cause of action other than nonpayment of COVID-19 rental debt for the purpose of retaliating against the lessee because the lessee has COVID-19 rental debt. Bill No. The development may be streamlined if, among other provisions, 50% or more of the site has been vacant for at least three years. . Bill No. Actually, you may prefer the roll of paper towels. The COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act of 2020 had special rules for “high income tenents.” The Tenant Stabilization Act of 2021 makes it harder for landlords to implement these rules. 15Assem. This language suggests that the law now presumes a continuation of distress. Regardless, under the new rules, if they pass, you are prohibited from considering this as a factor. The ordinance will not require environmental analysis. Proc., § 1179.01.5, subd. 2021. (c)(4) (quote from notice: “You will still owe the full amount of the rent to your landlord, but you cannot be evicted . Sess.) the bill requires a 2/3rd vote to pass before January 31 if it is going to have effect, The impact of solar on your home value in Bakersfield, CA. Sess.) § 20. I personally hope that this new legislation does not pass, but even if it does pass, we will get through this. This expanded small-claims court provision sunsets on February 1, 2025. • Additional Legal and Financial Protections for Tenants . But, even if the tenant owes 100% of the unpaid debt, how are you going to collect it? On page 2, it describes the COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act notices. Proc., § 1161, subd. The Alberta Elite Hockey League is pleased to present AEHL Rinkside, hosted by Troy Gillard, featuring players and coaches from the AEHL eve [...] Hockey’s Path Forward – Step 1. shall not use an alleged COVID-19 rental debt as a negative factor for the purpose of evaluating creditworthiness or as the basis for a negative reference to a prospective housing provider, regardless of whether a report is received alleging that the tenant has COVID-19 rental debt.” 22Assem. Essentially, this rule asks the landlord to prove to the tenant that they are high-income tenants before the special rules can be implemented. Under the old rules, the tenant had to return at least one form for every notice. 19Assem. California Assembly Bill-5 (AB-5) was introduced by California Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez on December 3, 2018, and was signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom on September 18, 2019. SB 20, introduced by Senator Bill Dodd, would, among other provisions, require that community college students who qualify for a waiver of enrollment fees be notified that they may also qualify for benefits under CalFresh, California’s federal food assistance program. Bill No. A few recent housing bonds have lost despite strong voter support. This change has ramifications to the meaning of “COVID-19 related debt” which is based on the covered time period. Step 1 of the Government of Alberta’s A Path Forward allows specific hockey activity to occur. SB 12 by Senator Mike McGuire would require jurisdictions to identify the locations of all very high fire risk areas in the land use element of their general plan. The tenant still owes you 100% of the money until and unless you waive your claims to it. 15 (2021-2022 Reg. AB 5 – Employment Status. Sess.) § 20. If you’d like advice on real estate or the law, please contact an appropriate professional for information specific to your cause. That is a critical aspect of whether a tenant is financially capable of supporting the new lease, because ability to pay through the evidence of a job and associated income does not translate to a willingness to pay. The 15 day notice to pay rent or quit requirements under AB 3088 have been extended through June 30, 2021. 15 (2021-2022 Reg. Show your tenants that you believe that we are in this together, and they will feel like they are part of a team that includes you. And, it naturally extends the prohibition that stops any court from issuing a summons on any complaint that seeks possession of property based on nonpayment of COVID-19 related debts. Update on Engagement Process - January 15, 2021 The Alberta Inquiry’s Engagement Process Update, published January 13, 2021, provided certain material generated in connection with one component of the Inquiry’s overall engagement with Participants, which included reports prepared by Dr. T.L. Sess.) This change does not prevent a court from evicting people for other reasons. Proc., § 1179.03, subd. Does this mean that notices need to be served on their own forms? .”, but this requirement is rendered toothless when “one declaration shall be sufficient for purposes of this subdivision.” 18Assem. § 20 (emphasis added). Under the new rules, “[if] the case is based on multiple notices, one [distress] declaration shall be sufficient for the purposes of this subdivision.” 17Assem. Under the new rules, the tenant’s receive an express notice that they may refuse to enter into such agreements. Bill No. Here is an overview of how this rule change affects landlords. 4Code Civ. If you property does not qualify for CARES Act protection, you can use a regular 15 Day Eviction notice in California. Tenants violating other terms of the lease may still be evicted. Edson, Alberta – Edson RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 44-year-old David Allen who was reported missing on March 12, 2021. The Bill extends both “covered time period” and “transition time period” to December 31, 2021. Leduc RCMP investigating incident at local school. Under the new rules, it doesn’t matter who gives the tenant a form as long as the tenant “provides” (not “returns”) at least one copy of the form. You cannot take any action that would be considered retaliatory. Here, the Tenant Stabilization Act only seeks to change two definitions. My real estate license status may be checked online by searching DRE#02087736 with the California Department of Real Estate. By using this website you agree to the site’s published privacy policy and terms and conditions. Sess.) This additional language implies that some landlords were stressing the need to create repayment agreements and implying that the repayment agreements were a necessary part of the process. 255 lbs. I would imagine this might take the form of negotiating a higher rent to cover the past debts over time. SB 4, by Senator Lena Gonzalez with 13 coauthors, seeks to expedite the financing and construction of broadband infrastructure in areas with limited internet connectivity. Assembly Bill (AB) 5 and AB 2257 replaced the common law test with the ABC test to determine whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor in California. What this means to landlords though is scary. 6 feet tall. This scares me. Sess.).) I am a licensed real estate salesperson in California (DRE#02087736), and I am a law student at Kern County College of Law, and a part-time employee at Coleman & Horowitt, LLP. 15 (2021-2022 Reg. SB 6, the Neighborhood Homes Act, introduced by Senators Anna Caballero, Susan Eggman and Susan Rubio along with 12 coauthors, would allow housing developments as a permitted use in commercial zones. Assem. This bill would extend … They will respond in kind. Sess.) Remember, that courts cannot evict tenants based on nonpayment of COVID-19 related debts. This past November, the City of San Diego’s $900 million affordable housing bond failed approval even though it received 57.55% approval, and in 2018, the City of San José’s $450 million bond measure for affordable housing failed approval despite winning over 64% of the votes. Traditionally, if a tenant owed back rent and you were not evicting them, you would take them to small claims court. 21Assem. Jerry Forbes Centre ... Caregivers Alberta is the only agency of its kind in the province to empower family caregivers and promote their well-being.Your generous donation … .”). For more information, contact Michael Lane at mlane@spur.org. Proc., § 1179.01.5, subd. Sess.) Search the world's information, including webpages, images, videos and more. David is described as: Caucasian. This leads me to believe that the courts have identified landlords who have been burying the meaning of the notices by adding extraneous and wordy sentences that are intended to confuse, bore, or otherwise cause tenants to stop reading. I would infer that the statute has impact when additional text appears within the notice text or the words of the notice text are changed. Bill No. A court can issue a judgment stating that the tenant owes you money, but most tenants have no assets against which you can collect. Hear from Alberta founders with experience building successful companies in ag-tech. 10Assem. ACA 1 would give future bonds a greater chance of passage. There may be good reasons to waive your claims to rent, which we will touch on later. When they understand that the place they live may be lost through foreclosure, they may be willing to meet you half way. Sess.) I don’t know if this is retroactive. 15 (2021-2022 Reg. SB 5 is a spot bill introduced by President Pro Tem Atkins and six other senators with intent language to authorize bonds to finance housing-related programs that serve the homeless and extremely low-income households. Previous Day Next Day ... office@caregiversalberta.ca. Can you rent out an inherited property without completing probate? So even two years down the road, you would not be able to evict a tenant who still owed you 75% of the rent that was due between September 1, 2020 and December 31, 2021. . SPUR Urban Center, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94105-4015 | (415) 781-8726 | info@spur.org, © 2021 SPUR   Privacy Policy   501(C)(3) Non-Profit Tax Identification: 94-1498232, a member-supported nonprofit organization, Ideas + Action 2021: Sustainability and Resilience, the Assembly held its ceremony in the Golden 1 Center arena, SPUR Digital Discourse “What is California Doing to Protect Tenants?”. For this reason, I believe that such forms will likely pass a judicial review, even under this new rule about additional text. The teams mission: get through this without loosing the house. Try to do small things to make life for your tenants easier. Sess.) The Tenant Stabilization Act prohibits charging late fees or making any increases to fees during the covered time period. 15 (2021-2022 Reg. Nothing in this page reflects the ideas or beliefs of either Watson Realty (DRE#00782354) or Coleman & Horowitt, LLP. But, if the tenant owes you 75% of the rents for a time period that extends for a period of 15 months, then it is very likely that the amount they owe you exceeds the $10,000 limit. Among other provisions, the bill would extend the moratorium on evictions for nonpayment of rent from January 31, 2021 to December 31, 2021, as long as tenants pay at least 25% of the rent due. Welcome to the California State Assembly’s homepage. It also prohibits an increase in fees charged to the tenant or charges to the tenant for services that were previously free of charge. It’s easier to show that you did not use it as a factor if you don’t have any evidence showing that you have access to a payment history from prior locations. . Sess.) The California Assembly currently considers the Tenant Stabilization Act of 2021 for approval. 15 (2021-2022 Reg. Last Monday, the California State Legislature convened to swear in members and introduce the first bills of the 2021-2022 legislative session. 2021-01-15 January 15, 2021 Select date. Chiu is concerned much of the state’s population won’t be vaccinated until halfway through 2021 and possibly under shutdown orders. SB 15 by Senator Anthony Portantino, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, would provide incentive grants to local governments that rezone idle big-box retail or shopping center sites to allow the development of housing instead. California Association of Realtors provides a form titled PMC-TP (“Notice to Cure Covid Transition Period Monetary Covenant or Quit”). Sess.) 3088 (2020-2021 Reg. SB 8 has been introduced by Senator Nancy Skinner as a spot bill related to State Density Bonus Law. (b). Alberta Public Holidays 2021 This page contains a calendar of all 2021 public holidays for Alberta. (3). SB 9, introduced by Senators Atkins, Caballero, Rubio and Wiener along with three coauthors, would allow for duplexes and lot splits in single-family residential zones to be allowed by-right, meaning without case-by-case approvals. Here’s a round-up of many of the notable bills that have already been introduced, including some key bills that SPUR will be tracking. (3). Consider the worst-case scenario. An act to amend Sections 17131.8 and 24308.6 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to taxation, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately. § 19 (emphasis added). Code Civ. Bill No. 15 (2021-2022 Reg. Sess.). 2 2020-2021 School Re-Entry Plan Alberta Education, Government of Alberta Date of publication June 10, 2020 | Updated July 21, 2020 Title of publication 2020-21 School Re-Entry Plan Bill No. .”). Ultimately, a judgment against a tenant for COVID-19 related debt may be as valuable as a roll of paper towels. 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