Tenant Protections
Advocates Warn of Unintended Consequences From Proposed 'Renovictions' Law in Ontario
The province of Ontario is considering a new law to strengthen tenant protections, but advocates say the law will have the exact opposite of the intended effect.
Tenant Protections Expanded in Pasadena
One of the most famous suburbs in the country has expended tenant protections in the midst of the housing affordability crisis challenging much of the state.
Philadelphia Searching for New Affordable Housing Tools
Two proposed pieces of legislation would create a new revenue stream for Philadelphia's affordable housing efforts and protect tenants of existing affordable units.
Statewide Rent Control, Eviction Protections Adopted in California
It's been a historic year for rent control on the West Coast, as California joins Oregon as the first states to approve statewide rent control laws.
New Tenant Protections Meant to Curb Evictions in Georgia
The city of Columbus provides an example of the need for tenant protections in the state of Georgia.
Rent Control Challenged as an Illegal Taking of Property
A potential precedent setting case against rent control is underway in New York. A Next City article takes an in-depth look at the legal argument made by landlords against the state of New York's new rent control law.
Rent Freezes Spread Across Southern California
Culver City is the latest jurisdiction to freeze rents temporarily in the face of skyrocketing housing costs.
Strong Reactions to New York Rent Control Changes
Rounding up the numerous reactions to a law approved by the New York State Legislature this month making 'landmark' changes to rent control regulations in New York City.
'Landmark' Rent Protections Deal Moving Forward in New York
The New York State Legislature has made a deal paving the way for local governments to approve rent regulations—a degree of local control that was previously impossible in the state.
Beyond YIMBY: Racism and Finance in the Housing Crisis
Upzoning without addressing speculation and finance could exacerbate the housing crisis for the nation’s most vulnerable communities, a professor of urban planning warns.
Rent Control for New York City Could Spillover Effect to the Rest of the State
The housing crisis isn't the same in every corner of New York State, but new rent control measures in the state legislature could apply solutions intended for the New York City rental market to the entire state.
Ending Rent Control Changed Everything in Massachusetts. What Happens If It Becomes Legal Again?
Two proposed bills would roll back a statewide prohibition on rent control in Massachusetts. The city of Cambridge, how of the anti-rent control movement in the state, is now a poster child for the housing crisis.
Housing on the Agenda as Philadelphia Election Approaches
In the run-up to a municipal primary scheduled for May 21, Philadelphia's City Council has introduced a range of bills to address housing affordability and tenants' rights.
Rent Protection Laws Due for Renewal in New York
A law that sets rental protections in New York will expire in June. Negotiations for a replacement law are just beginning.
California Lawmakers Seek New Ways to Relieve High Rents
Legislators are trying to chip away at the law that restricts tenant protections around the state.
More States Look to Expand Tenant Protections
Cities and states around the country are reconsidering decades-old bans on rent control.
In the Shadow of a Rising NFL Stadium, a Scramble to Cap Rent Hikes
The city of Inglewood is the future home of the Los Angeles Rams and the Los Angeles Chargers, but current residents are worried about their future in the city as rents rise and landlords evict tenants.
Oregon First State to Implement Statewide Rent Control
Democratic legislators made short work of a huge shift in housing policy.
False Construction Permits Go 'Unchecked' in New York
New York habitually lets property owners begin construction without disclosing that their buildings are rent-stabilized or occupied by tenants.
An App to Fight the Eviction Crisis
In "America's Eviction Badlands," universities are developing web apps to help tenants stay in their homes.
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