Title 10 Regulation of Activities
Division II. License Code
Chapter 10.57 Regulation of Residential Rental Housing
Section 10.57.140 Private Right of Action
- Any person or class of persons who claim to have been injured by a violation of sections 10.57.020(H), 10.57.110, 10.57.120, 10.57.130, 10.57.160, or 10.57.170 may commence a civil action in Superior Court, not later than three (3) years after the occurrence of the alleged violation to obtain relief with respect to such violation. Upon prevailing, such aggrieved person may be awarded reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs, and such other legal and equitable relief as appropriate to remedy the violation including, without limitation, the payment of compensatory damages, a penalty of up to $500, and injunctive relief.
- If a landlord fails to comply with the requirements of sections 10.57.020(H), 10.57.110, 10.57.120, 10.57.130, 10.57.160, or 10.57.170. and such failure was not caused by the tenant, the tenant may terminate the rental agreement by written notice pursuant to law.
Date Passed: Monday, June 10, 2024 Effective Date: Sunday, July 14, 2024 ORD C36523 Section 2 |
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