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Residential Rental Inspection Program

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1. What is considered a rental unit?

“Rental dwelling unit” means any building or portion of building in the unincorporated area of the county that contains living facilities, including provision for sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation, which is rented or leased by a person.

2. What if my property is not a rental?

Our records indicate your property is a non-owner occupied unit and therefore received rental status. If this is an owner occupied property, please complete the back side of the RENTAL INSPECTION NOTICE & ANNUAL PROGRAM FEES letter you received. Please indicate your reason for exemption from the program and submit with one form of documentation as listed on the back side of the letter. The owner’s name and the property address must be on the documentation.

3. Where can I learn more about the Residential Rental Inspection Program Ordinance?

Follow the link to read the Ordinance: Rental Inspection Program Ordinance

4. What do I do if I lost my bill?

Click on the “Get a Copy of Your Bill” link to request a copy. Get a Copy of Your Bill

5. Do you accept credit cards?

Yes. The payment stub may be faxed in with your credit card information and signature. Fax to (925) 674-7250, Attention: RRIP.

6. When will the visual inspection occur?

The Inspector will perform inspections throughout the year while performing duties throughout the County and will perform these visual inspections as part of their workday at any time during the year. There is no set date or time for the inspection.

7. Can I speak to with the inspector before they inspect my property?

No. For efficiency reasons, the inspector will make a visual inspection of your property during the course of a normal work day when they are in the vicinity of your property. The occupants will not be disturbed and the inspector will not enter the property.

8. How will I know if I pass?

After the inspection, a letter or post card will be sent informing you of the results.

9. What if my property fails the visual exterior inspection?

You will receive a letter indicating the failing status and be required to enter the “Interior Inspection” phase of this program. This will cost $250 for the first unit plus $100 for each additional unit on the property. Once the County receives the fees, an inspection date will be scheduled and sent to you. A sample checklist will be included so you may correct problems prior to the Interior Inspection. Interior Inspection Information