Richmond, CA · Contra Costa County
Petition to Determine Exempt Status
Richmond rental property owners file this petition to challenge an administrative denial of an exemption from rent control or just-cause eviction rules.
What this form is
A property owner may use this petition to challenge an administrative denial of a claim that a rental unit is partially or fully exempt from Richmond rent control or just-cause eviction rules. The form asks for property and unit details, the grounds for the exemption claim, owner or agent contact information, supporting documents, and proof of service to tenants. The document says to file within 30 days after the administrative decision is communicated.
Who needs it
A rental property owner whose exemption claim was administratively denied may file this petition to request a hearing before a Hearing Examiner.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the petition and proof of service include declarations under penalty of perjury, but neither calls for notarization.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Petition
Download the Petition to Determine Exempt Status for the rental unit.
- 2
Complete The Petition
Enter the property and unit details, exemption grounds, owner or agent contact information, and any supporting information.
- 3
Gather Supporting Documents
Include documents supporting the exemption claim and complete proof of service for the petition.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit the petition to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Petition to Determine Exempt Status?
- No. The petition and proof of service include declarations under penalty of perjury, but the document does not require notarization.
- How do I submit the Petition to Determine Exempt Status?
- The document does not state how to submit the petition. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
- Who can file this petition?
- A property owner may file after an administrative denial of a claim that a rental unit is partially or fully exempt from Richmond rent control or just-cause eviction rules.
- What must accompany the petition?
- Provide proof of service showing how a copy was given to the tenants, along with documents supporting the exemption claim. The form says proof of service is required each time related documents are filed and served.
Need something notarized?
This Petition to Determine Exempt Status doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Richmond form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.