Rent control policies are regulations that limit the amount landlords can increase rent, intended to keep housing affordable. Proponents argue that it makes housing more affordable and prevents exploitation by landlords. Opponents argue that it discourages investment in rental properties and reduces the quality and availability of housing.
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Response rates from 873 Vox voters.
41% Yes |
59% No |
40% Yes |
53% No |
0% Yes, housing is a basic right that should be affordable to anyone |
4% No, studies show that rent control does not lower rent |
0% Yes, but only in areas with housing shortages |
1% No, incentivize the development of new housing instead |
1% No, rent controls have been shown to limit the supply of housing |
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0% No, ban corporate and foreign investors from purchasing residential real estate instead |
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