On November 18, 2025, the City Council adopted the FY 2025/2026 fee of $23 per unit. On February 18, 2020, the City Council amended the Rent Review Ordinance so that landlords who own less than 5 rental units in Fremont are exempt from the fee.

The Rent Review Ordinance has new requirements for all rent increase notices that are provided to tenants. All rent increases must:

• Be in writing
• Show the contact information of the landlord or responsible party
• If the increase is over 5%, an explanation must be provided of why the increase is needed
• Include the Rent Review Noticing Form
• Languages provided by the City of Fremont

 Request for Rent Review

 To initiate the Rent Review Process, complete the Request for Rent Review form and submit it via email, mail, or in person along with a copy of the Rent Increase Notice. A request must be made within 15 calendar days from the date on the Rent Increase Notice. 

Response to Rent Review Request

Once a request form is received, our office will contact the opposing party and request that they complete the Response to Review Form and submit it via email, mail, or in person along with the requested documents in the form. A response form must be submitted within 5 business days, or else the Rent Increase Notice is invalid.

Responsible Party Declaration

If a landlord does not want to participate in the Rent Review Process themselves, they may designate someone to participate on their behalf. The designee must have the authority to adjust rents and resolve tenant disputes on the landlord's behalf.

This Responsible Party Declaration form only needs to be submitted when submitting a response form.