Employer Relocation Proof Request

Summary

Employers in California can request proof of relocation, such as a rental agreement, to confirm an employees willingness to move. Month-long Airbnb bookings might be accepted as proof, but they may not be as binding as traditional leases. Employers must apply such requests uniformly to avoid discrimination and should not invade privacy by asking for excessive information. If you suspect unfair treatment, consider discussing the policy with your employer or contacting the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing for guidance.

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Can Airbnb month long bookings act as a rental agreement in this case?
In California, month-long Airbnb bookings could potentially serve as proof of relocation, similar to a rental agreement. However, it may not be as legally binding or detailed as a traditional lease. It would be best to check with your employer to see if they will accept it.
If you have any specific concerns or need further clarification, feel free to ask!
How can they make sure that this request does not discriminate or invade your privacy unreasonably?
To ensure that the request for a rental agreement does not discriminate or invade your privacy unreasonably, your employer should:
- Apply the request uniformly to all employees in similar situations.
- Avoid requesting excessive or unrelated personal information.
- Respect privacy by limiting the information to what is strictly necessary.
Do you have any specific concerns about how your employer is handling this request?
I am not sure if all employees were requested this proof of relocation.
To address your concern, you can ask your employer for clarification on their policy to ensure it's being applied uniformly. If you suspect discrimination, you might consider contacting the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) for further guidance.
Is there any other specific issue you are facing?