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New Acting Head of DBI
The Building Inspection Commission, the policymaking and supervisory body that oversees the San Francisco Department of Building Inspection, convened a Special Commission Meeting and voted unanimously to appoint Vivian L. Day as acting DBI director to replace Isam Hasenin, who resigned to take a private sector position.

Rent Board Fee Set at $29
The San Francisco Rent Board fee (half of which may be passed on to the tenant) has been increased slightly to $29 for the 2008-2009 tax year.

Thanks to All Our Trade Show Sponsors
On September 22, 2008, SFAA held its annual boutique trade show at Fort Mason.

Strict Green Building Codes Signed Into Law
Most new and renovated residential buildings in San Francisco will now have to meet stringent green building codes, thanks to new regulations recently signed into law by Mayor Gavin Newsom.

Employers Must Now Create Commuter Options
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors recently passed a new measure that makes employers more responsible for their employees’ commuting options.

Sharp Rent Increases in San Francisco
San Francisco is among the top areas for rising rents nationwide, according to a recent rental survey from Marcus and Millichap.