Oakland, CA · Member since 2015 · 246 posts · 127 votes
Hey Guys,
So I just closed on an Oakland duplex last week and am looking to get all my paperwork in order. From what I've read, I need to apply for an Oakland Business Tax for my units. I have several questions about this:
- Does this need to happen immediately?
- Do I need a separate application for each unit I am renting out?
- There is also a 'Rent Adjustment Program Service Fee' application. Does this need to be completed as well?
I'm just trying to get a sense of all the forms I need to complete in order to be a property in Oakland. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Martinez, CA · Member since 2016 · 18 posts · 5 votes
9y
City of Oakland requires a business license for the property, only one license. You should register the rental unit with the Rent Arbitration Program right away as well. I encourage you to join EBRHA. You can get all of your Oakland-specific forms through them. Very helpful, especially if you plan on increasing rents.