Do RUBS count as rental increase?

[Kyle Smith]

I’m trying to figure out if implementing a RUBS program will affect the overall percent I can increase rent for a duplex I own?

I’ve seen AB1482, the new brilliantly crafted (read: astonishingly shortsighted) rent control bill here in California but unless I missed it, it doesn’t specify what exactly is being artificially controlled with the legislation?

Basically, my question is whether or not I can increase the rent 5% + CPI and do the RUBS when the leases expire or if the RUBS would be counted toward the 5%?

Any insight is appreciated!